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adverb • directly and without evasion; not roundabout adjective satellite • characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion | ||||
| 33% | 11 | Comedian who said: 'Happiness? A good cigar, a good meal, a good cigar and a good woman - or a bad woman; it depends on how much happiness you can handle.' | ||
noun • United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996) | ||||
| 26% | 11 | Promoter of good thoughts, good words, and good deeds | ||
noun • Persian prophet who founded Zoroastrianism (circa 628-551 BC) | ||||
River Good And Straight
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FORTHRIGHT which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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FORTHRIGHT
Updated: September 1, 2025
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