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They Show Frightening Ability In Their Field Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 144 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SCARECROWS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCARECROWS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SCARECROWS" which means:
- noun
- • An effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds verb
- • To splay rigidly outward, like the arms of a scarecrow.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The scarecrows in the field sway in the wind."
- • "Farmers use scarecrows to protect their crops from birds."
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| The Guardian Cryptic15 Sep 2006 | Down 13 | |
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