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noun • ultimate success achieved after a near failure (inspired by the saying `he laughs best who laughs last') | ||||||||
| 33% | 8 | Had a tussle | ||||||
noun • disorderly fighting • a hoe that is used by pushing rather than pulling • an unceremonious and disorganized struggle verb • walk by dragging one's feet • fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters | ||||||||
| 32% | 9 | Gets carried away with hopes | ||||||
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Victor Gets It After Tussle Comic Hopes He Hasnt Had His Crossword Clue
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LASTLAUGH which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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LASTLAUGH
Updated: October 14, 2023
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