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Tormentor Who Would Make Shelley More Smart When Read Out Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PERSECUTOR" which means:
- noun
- • Someone who torments
An example sentence would be:
- • "The persecutor was arrested for his crimes against humanity."
- • "The victim identified her persecutor in a police lineup."
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The Guardian Cryptic05 Jan 2022 | Down 6 | |
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