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| 2 | 26% | 7 | The resources transported by a tanker | |
| 3 | 26% | 8 | Petroleum tanker ship named after General Stilwell | |
Tanker Troubles Crossword Clue
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SPILLS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SPILLS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SPILLS" which means:
- noun
- • Liquid that is spilled
- • A channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction
- • The act of allowing a fluid to escape
- • A sudden drop from an upright position verb
- • Cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container
- • Flow, run or fall out and become lost
- • Cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over
- • Pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities
- • Reveal information
- • Reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail)
An example sentence would be:
- • "He accidentally spills his coffee on the table."
- • "She carefully cleans up the spills on the floor."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times02 Apr 2000 | Across 55 | |
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