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| 1 | 99% | 11 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 45% | 9 | It describes the shift from voiceless stops to fricatives, and voiced stops to voiceless stops | |
| 3 | 29% | 5 | Stop being stuffy | |
What Stops It Being Stuffy Crossword Clue
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VENTILATION which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
VENTILATION
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "VENTILATION" which means:
- noun
- • The act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air
- • A mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air
- • Free and open discussion of (or debate on) some question of public interest
- • The bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
An example sentence would be:
- • "The room was stuffy and needed better ventilation."
- • "Proper ventilation is important in preventing the spread of airborne illnesses."
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