They Cause Breakdowns Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: ENZYMES

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	31%	8		Breakdowns
3	31%	5		Causes of breakdowns

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We think the answer is "ENZYMES" which means:

noun

• Any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions

An example sentence would be:

• "Digestive enzymes break down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body."
• "The production of enzymes is regulated by specific genes."

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New York Times11 Dec 1999	Across 58
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