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Unfounded Rumor Crossword Clue
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CANARD which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CANARD
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CANARD" which means:
- noun
- • A deliberately misleading fabrication
An example sentence would be:
- • "The media quickly debunked the canard that the company was going bankrupt."
- • "He couldn't resist spreading the canard about his rival's involvement in the scandal."
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| New York Times17 May 2023 | Down 11 | |
| New York Times06 Apr 2022 | Down 51 | |
| New York Times28 Mar 2004 | Across 71 | |
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