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Swings And Misses Crossword Clue
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WHIFFS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WHIFFS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "WHIFFS" which means:
- noun
- • A short light gust of air
- • A lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from new england to brazil
- • A strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike verb
- • Perceive by inhaling through the nose
- • Drive or carry as if by a puff of air
- • Strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third
- • Smoke and exhale strongly
- • Utter with a puff of air
An example sentence would be:
- • "He whiffs the ball and it goes straight into the outfield."
- • "She whiffs the scent of fresh flowers as she walks through the garden."
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| New York Times09 Feb 2019 | Down 36 | |
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