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2 | 41% | 4 | Incorrectly 1 across — come good briefly and incorrectly about holy book | |
3 | 27% | 4 | Word sometimes used incorrectly for "fewer" | |
Term Thats Used Incorrectly Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "MISNOMER" which means:
- noun
- • An incorrect or unsuitable name verb
- • To use a misleading term; to misname.
An example sentence would be:
- • "Using the term 'killer whale' is a misnomer because they are actually dolphins."
- • "Calling the tomato a vegetable is a misnomer since it is technically a fruit."
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Telegraph Cross Atlantic21 Mar 2024 | Down 37 | |
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