Tame Metaphorically Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is VANILLA which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: VANILLA

Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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2	23%	7		Tame
3	23%	5		Can become quite tame and affectionate

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We think the answer is "VANILLA" which means:

adjective

• Flavored with vanilla extract

noun

• Any of numerous climbing plants of the genus vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers
• A flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans)
• A distinctive fragrant flavor characteristic of vanilla beans

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• Plain and without any extras or adornments

An example sentence would be:

• "I love the taste of vanilla in my ice cream."
• "She added a dash of vanilla to the cake batter."

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New York Times13 Oct 2023	Across 17
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