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Tie Tightly Crossword Clue
There are 5 exact and 127 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
TRUSS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TRUSS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TRUSS" which means:
- noun
- • (medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure
- • A framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure
- • (architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent) verb
- • Tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it
- • Secure with or as if with ropes
- • Support structurally
An example sentence would be:
- • "The broken truss caused the bridge to collapse."
- • "A truss is a structural framework used in engineering and construction."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times13 Sep 2001 | Across 49 | |
| New York Times10 Nov 1988 | Down 58 | |
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