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Us City Rules Out Poets Crown Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "LAURELS" which means:
- noun
- • A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
- • The state of being honored verb
- • To decorate with laurel, especially with a laurel wreath.
- • To enwreathe.
- • To award top honours to.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was content to rest on his laurels after winning the prestigious award."
- • "The author has earned many laurels for her contributions to literature."
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The Guardian Cryptic18 Mar 2009 | Down 7 | |
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