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noun • a problematic situation that will eventually become dangerous if not addressed • a bomb that has a detonating mechanism that can be set to go off at a particular time | ||||
| 37% | 4 | Prepare to explode — or not to explode | ||
noun • an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded • any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant verb • mix together different elements • become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat • equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse • make liquid or plastic by heating | ||||
| 29% | 11 | Bomb set to explode | ||
noun • a problematic situation that will eventually become dangerous if not addressed | ||||
Its Set To Explode
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TIMEBOMB which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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TIMEBOMB
Updated: October 13, 2023
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