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| Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
| 1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 35% | 10 | An effect in photography where a strong light source in the frame causes a flare or glowing effect. | |
| 3 | 27% | 10 | Flare with a more dazzling light | |
Antithesis Of Flare As Source Of Light Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
TAPER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TAPER
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TAPER" which means:
- noun
- • A convex shape that narrows toward a point
- • The property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
- • A loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
- • Stick of wax with a wick in the middle verb
- • Diminish gradually
- • Give a point to adjective
- • Tapered; narrowing to a point.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He lit a taper to see in the dark"
- • "I need a taper to light the candle"
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic15 Dec 2006 | Across 16 | |
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