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Former Scheme A Politician Is Clarifying Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
EXPLANATORY which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
EXPLANATORY
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "EXPLANATORY" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • Serving or intended to explain or make clear adjective
- • Intended to serve as an explanation.
- • (of a person) disposed to explain.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The teacher gave an explanatory lecture on the importance of recycling."
- • "The guide provided an explanatory map of the hiking trails."
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| The Guardian Cryptic03 May 2006 | Down 12 | |
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