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The ___ Of The Lock Crossword Clue
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RAPE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RAPE
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "RAPE" which means:
- noun
- • Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop
- • The act of despoiling a country in warfare
- • The crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will verb
- • Force (someone) to have sex against their will
- • Destroy and strip of its possession
An example sentence would be:
- • "She was a victim of rape."
- • "The survivor of the rape bravely testified in court."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times14 Oct 1996 | Across 60 | |
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