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noun • a small high-pitched flute similar to a piccolo; has a shrill tone and is used chiefly to accompany drums in a marching band | ||||
| 36% | 14 | Collaborated with Duke Ellington on the album 'Ella at Duke's Place' | ||
noun • United States scat singer (1917-1996) | ||||
| 28% | 15 | The Iron Duke | ||
noun • British general and statesman; he defeated Napoleon at Waterloo; subsequently served as Prime Minister (1769-1852) | ||||
Duke Briefly Holds Iron Instruments
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FIFES which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FIFES
Updated: December 24, 2025
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