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Thespian In Historic Play Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is HISTRIONIC which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: HISTRIONIC

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227%7Thespian of the silver screen
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We think the answer is "HISTRIONIC" which means:

    adjective satellite
  • • Characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected
  • adjective
  • • Of or relating to actors or acting.
  • • (by extension) excessively dramatic or emotional, especially with the intention to draw attention.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She has a histrionic personality and is always seeking attention."
  • • "His histrionic behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing."

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The Guardian Cryptic07 Jan 2002 Down 7
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