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Wood On Every Counter Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
FORESTALL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FORESTALL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "FORESTALL" which means:
- verb
- • Keep from happening or arising; make impossible
- • Act in advance of; deal with ahead of time noun
- • An ambush; plot; an interception; waylaying; rescue.
- • Something situated or placed in front.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The company took immediate action to forestall a potential financial crisis."
- • "He decided to forestall any further delays by leaving early."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic10 Apr 2009 | Across 15 | |
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