This Tease Contrived To Produce Delays Crossword Clue

There is 1 exact and 162 possible answers.

We've checked our database and believe the answer is HESITATES which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
Check other possible answers below.

We think the answer to this crossword clue is: HESITATES

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

Also try..
Crossword Archives Known Letters Finder

Best Possible Answers

			Tip: Select a length for advanced search!
Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	9		Exact Match!
2	30%	8		Tease / Tease
3	25%	6		Like produce in the produce aisle, often

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "HESITATES" which means:

verb

• Pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
• Interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

An example sentence would be:

• "She hesitates before answering the difficult question."
• "He hesitates for a moment and then jumps into the pool."

Users Also Searched For These Clues...

We think you're currently doing a The Guardian Cryptic crossword, and other users also searched for these clues:

Metal in cable carries live power
Home for animals on the agenda for cutter

Clue Last Found In...

Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Cryptic01 Jul 2011	Across 1
This clue was last seen in the publications above.

How's It Work?

Our Data

Our database consists of millions of crossword clues, anagrams, synonyms and more. We have over 9 million crossword clues with answers, 5 million synonyms and over 10 million anagrams. We also keep track of popular crosswords such as the New York Times(NYT) with the dates and answers for your convenience.

Even if we don't have the clue in our database, we can still find the answer for you. Simply filter by number of letters and enter any characters that you know of, and our algorithm will return any matching words or phrases.

Alternatively you can use our Known Letters Finder Tool

Similar Clues

	Clue	Source
1	Exaggerated or contrived behavior
2	Ground delays besetting team — Reading awkward with this The Guardian Cryptic - 05 Aug 2016	The Guardian Cryptic / 05 Aug 2016
3	In a way that is contrived or put-on
4	Like produce in the produce aisle, often New York Times - 01 Jun 2022	New York Times / 01 Jun 2022
5	Religious journey delays just the odd characters Telegraph Cryptic - 19 Sep 2023	Telegraph Cryptic / 19 Sep 2023
6	Station whose programming may be affected by weather delays New York Times Bonus - 01 Feb 2020	New York Times Bonus / 01 Feb 2020
7	Tease / Tease New York Times - 30 Mar 2023	New York Times / 30 Mar 2023