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They Can Be Cut And Pickled Crossword Clue

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

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RankLettersAnswerClue
199%6Exact Match!
227%5 It may be cut and pickled
323%7 Vegetable cut, cut and cut again

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "CAPERS" which means:

    noun
  • • Any of numerous plants of the genus capparis
  • • Pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
  • • A crime (especially a robbery)
  • • A playful leap or hop
  • • Gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
  • • A ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
  • verb
  • • Jump about playfully

An example sentence would be:

  • • "I love adding capers to my salads for extra flavor."
  • • "The pasta dish was garnished with a handful of capers."

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The Guardian Cryptic19 Aug 2010 Across 17
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