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adjective • of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth • of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located • a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression noun • an examination conducted by spoken communication adjective satellite • using speech rather than writing | ||||
| 30% | 5 | Maybe Vivien or Mike's winter transport failing to start | ||
noun • English film actress (1913-1967) | ||||
| 29% | 9 | Failing to meet moral or ethical obligations | ||
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Mike Failing In Ethical Test
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ORAL which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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ORAL
Updated: December 16, 2025
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