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noun • (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds • the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope | ||||
| 37% | 7 | Prisoner granted credentials by another prisoner | ||
noun • (law) a person called into court to defend a title | ||||
| 19% | 9 | Prisoner on the loose | ||
noun • a fugitive who runs away and hides to avoid arrest or prosecution | ||||
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CONTRACTION which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CONTRACTION
Updated: October 12, 2023
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