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verb • squeeze or press together • become tight or as if tight | ||||||||
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verb • wrap for decorative purposes • use special care in dressing, making-up, etc. | ||||||||
Tighten Crossword Clue
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CONSTRICT which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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CONSTRICT
Updated: October 13, 2023
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