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Contrary To Expectation Crossword Clue
There are 2 exact and 139 possible answers.
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ODDLY which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ODDLY
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ODDLY" which means:
- adverb
- • In a manner differing from the usual or expected
- • In a strange manner
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was oddly silent during the meeting."
- • "The painting was oddly placed on the ceiling."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times28 Oct 1999 | Down 47 | |
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