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Softens Crossword Clue
There are 32 exact and 93 possible answers.
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MELTS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MELTS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MELTS" which means:
- noun
- • The process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid verb
- • Reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating
- • Become or cause to become soft or liquid
- • Become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial
- • Lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually
- • Become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly
- • Become less intense and fade away gradually
An example sentence would be:
- • "She melts the chocolate in a double boiler."
- • "The snow melts quickly in the spring sun."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times31 May 2017 | Down 11 | |
| New York Times20 Feb 2011 | Across 33 | |
| New York Times26 Jun 2009 | Across 37 | |
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