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noun • worthless or dangerous material that should be removed • the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals | ||||
| 37% | 6 | A dredger for sprinkling flour, sugar etc; a container in which to mix cocktails; or, a person who wields power or makes things happen | ||
noun • a member of Christian group practicing celibacy and communal living and common possession of property and separation from the world • a person who wields power and influence • a container in which something can be shaken | ||||
| 26% | 4 | Empty promises or empty words | ||
noun • pretentious or silly talk or writing | ||||
Empty Dredger Old Ship Delivering Refuse
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DROSS which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DROSS
Updated: January 23, 2025
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Similar Clues
| Clue | Source | |
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➡️ | A dredger for sprinkling flour, sugar etc; a container in which to mix cocktails; or, a person who wields power or makes things happen
Telegraph Herculis -
20 Feb 2023 | Telegraph Herculis / 20 Feb 2023 |
➡️ | After vacation, cruise ship ring up refuse collector
The Guardian Cryptic -
21 Dec 2016 | The Guardian Cryptic / 21 Dec 2016 |
➡️ | Destroying the Four Olds: Old Customs, Old Culture, Old Habits, and Old Ideas | |
➡️ | Empty promises or empty words | |
➡️ | Preserve queen as one delivering old-school punishment
The Guardian Quiptic -
11 Mar 2019 | The Guardian Quiptic / 11 Mar 2019 |
➡️ | Refuse sat festering in a refuse container
The Guardian Cryptic -
31 Oct 2003 | The Guardian Cryptic / 31 Oct 2003 |
➡️ | Refuse to steal a ship before first escaping
The Guardian Cryptic -
02 May 2001 | The Guardian Cryptic / 02 May 2001 |