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Terse Saying Crossword Clue
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APHORISM which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
APHORISM
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "APHORISM" which means:
- noun
- • A short pithy instructive saying verb
- • To speak or write aphorisms.
An example sentence would be:
- • "One famous aphorism is 'know thyself.'"
- • "Benjamin franklin was known for his aphorisms, such as 'early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.'"
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick14 Mar 2013 | Down 4 | |
| New York Times08 Aug 1996 | Down 1 | |
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