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adjective satellite • occurring unexpectedly and requiring urgent action • coming into existence | ||||
| 36% | 9 | Retreating suddenly in fright | ||
noun • a reflex response to sudden pain verb • draw back, as with fear or pain | ||||
| 36% | 9 | Retreating suddenly | ||
noun • the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired • a movement back from an impact verb • draw back, as with fear or pain • come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect • spring back; spring away from an impact • spring back, as from a forceful thrust | ||||
Appearing Suddenly Chap Tails Retreating Engineers
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EMERGENT which was last seen in the Telegraph Toughie crossword.
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EMERGENT
Updated: September 1, 2025
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