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Tories Could Be On The Attack Crossword Clue

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99%6Exact Match!
noun

• a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position

• (military) an operational flight by a single aircraft (as in a military operation)

40%9 American Tories
noun

• a person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt)

26%10 Someone who avoids situations that could cause a panic attack
noun

• Someone who suffers from agoraphobia.

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The Guardian Cryptic23 May 2002 Across 18
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