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adjective satellite • showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering • having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut | ||||
| 33% | 7 | Commonly found in curtains or shower curtains | ||
noun • fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines | ||||
| 33% | 6 | Commonly found in curtains or shower curtains | ||
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As Curtains Might Be Tied
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DRAWN which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DRAWN
Updated: October 14, 2023
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| The Guardian Cryptic20 Dec 2005 | Across 15 | |
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