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noun • structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly | ||||
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noun • time during which some action is awaited • the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time verb • cause to be slowed down or delayed • act later than planned, scheduled, or required • stop or halt • slow the growth or development of | ||||
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verb • deprive of freedom; take into confinement • stop or halt • cause to be slowed down or delayed | ||||
Hold Up
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SETBACK which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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SETBACK
Updated: October 29, 2025
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