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Violent Act Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 152 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
RIOT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RIOT
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "RIOT" which means:
- noun
- • A public act of violence by an unruly mob
- • A state of disorder involving group violence
- • A joke that seems extremely funny
- • A wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity verb
- • Take part in a riot; disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot
- • Engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking
An example sentence would be:
- • "The protest turned into a riot, with people throwing stones and setting cars on fire."
- • "The city was in chaos as riots broke out in multiple neighborhoods."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times08 Nov 1984 | Down 23 | |
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