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WITHOUT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WITHOUT
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "WITHOUT" which means:
- adverb
- • Outside, externally. this is still used in the names of some civil parishes in england, e.g. st cuthbert without.
- • Lacking something.
- • In prostitution: without a condom being worn. preposition
- • Outside of, beyond.
- • Not having, containing, characteristic of, etc.
- • Not doing or not having done something. conjunction
- • Unless, except (introducing a clause).
An example sentence would be:
- • "She entered the room without making a sound."
- • "He managed to win the game without any help."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic03 Jan 2008 | Across 23 | |
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