Swimmer Appears To Be Thrashing About Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is FLOUNDER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: FLOUNDER

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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2	27%	5		Given a thrashing
3	27%	6		Gives a thrashing

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We think the answer is "FLOUNDER" which means:

noun

• Flesh of any of various american and european flatfish
• Any of various european and non-european marine flatfish

verb

• Walk with great difficulty
• Behave awkwardly; have difficulties

An example sentence would be:

• "I ordered the flounder at the seafood restaurant."
• "The flounder was delicious and perfectly cooked."

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The Guardian Cryptic10 Oct 2016	Down 2
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