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Takes A Bit Off Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PARES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PARES
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PARES" which means:
- verb
- • Decrease gradually or bit by bit
- • Cut small bits or pare shavings from
- • Remove the skin from
- • Remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size
An example sentence would be:
- • "He pares the apple before eating it."
- • "She pares her nails regularly."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times31 Mar 2022 | Across 15 | |
| New York Times20 Nov 2011 | Across 96 | |
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