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Thief Is A Great Evil Put Criminal Inside Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CUTPURSE" which means:
- noun
- • A thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places
An example sentence would be:
- • "The cutpurse skillfully pickpocketed the businessman in the crowded train station."
- • "The detective apprehended the notorious cutpurse before he could steal from another unsuspecting victim."
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The Guardian Cryptic20 Apr 2010 | Down 19 | |
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