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noun • an accidental collision that is narrowly avoided | ||||
| 29% | 8 | A second attempt at something after the first attempt failed | ||
noun • an approach that fails and gives way to another attempt | ||||
| 28% | 8 | Line dances failing at the first attempt | ||
noun • the hereditary derivation of an individual • inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline | ||||
Attempt Just Failing To Be Successful
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NEARMISS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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NEARMISS
Updated: October 13, 2023
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