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noun • action taken in return for an injury or offense verb • take revenge for a perceived wrong | ||||||||
| 48% | 9 | A whodunit variant that involves uncovering the motive or reasons of the crime | ||||||
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noun • someone who is a detective • a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow | ||||||||
Whodunit Motive Perhaps Crossword Clue
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REVENGE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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REVENGE
Updated: October 11, 2023
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1 | A whodunit variant that involves uncovering the motive or reasons of the crime | |
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