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SLACKEN which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SLACKEN
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SLACKEN" which means:
- verb
- • Become slow or slower
- • Make less active or fast
- • Become looser or slack
- • Make slack as by lessening tension or firmness
An example sentence would be:
- • "He slowly slackened the rope to lower the box down."
- • "The strong winds caused the sail to slacken."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick17 Oct 2022 | Across 9 | |
| The Guardian Quick10 Feb 2005 | Down 14 | |
| The Guardian Quick10 Feb 2005 | Down 14 | |
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