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Whittles Away Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ERODES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ERODES
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ERODES" which means:
- verb
- • Become ground down or deteriorate
- • Remove soil or rock
An example sentence would be:
- • "The constant exposure to water erodes the rocks along the riverbank."
- • "Over time, wind erosion erodes the sand dunes in the desert."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| New York Times30 Jan 2016 | Down 6 | |
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