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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 11 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 36% | 8 | To keep away or keep at bay | |
3 | 30% | 8 | East Bay city located across the bay from San Francisco | |
They Keep Strangers At Bay Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "COASTGUARDS" which means:
- noun
- • A military service responsible for the safety of maritime traffic in coastal waters
An example sentence would be:
- • "The coastguards rescued the stranded sailors from the sinking ship."
- • "The coastguards patrolled the coastal waters to ensure safety."
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The Guardian Cryptic07 Oct 2003 | Across 20 | |
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