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Sedative Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
OPIATE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
OPIATE
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "OPIATE" which means:
- noun
- • A narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative verb
- • To treat with an opiate drug. adjective
- • Relating to, resembling, or containing opium.
- • (pharmaceutical effect) soporific; inducing sleep or sedation.
- • Deadening; causing apathy or dullness.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She overdosed on opiates and was rushed to the hospital."
- • "His addiction to opiates destroyed his life."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick13 Sep 2013 | Across 15 | |
| The Guardian Quick13 Jul 2010 | Across 1 | |
| New York Times14 Mar 2007 | Down 52 | |
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