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| 2 | 40% | 7 | Backs out of space by us: he backs things on wheels | |
| 3 | 35% | 14 | Use of temporary or non-union workers in place of strikers | |
Non Striker Backs Up But Strikers Fifth Out Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 165 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SCAB which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCAB
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SCAB" which means:
- noun
- • Someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike
- • The crustlike surface of a healing skin lesion verb
- • Form a scab
- • Take the place of work of someone on strike
An example sentence would be:
- • "He picked at the scab on his knee, causing it to start bleeding again."
- • "The doctor told him not to pick at the scab so it could heal properly."
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| The Guardian Cryptic20 Dec 2006 | Down 8 | |
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7 | Use of temporary or non-union workers in place of strikers |
