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Downright Crossword Clue
There are 8 exact and 23 possible answers.
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PLUMB which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PLUMB
Updated: November 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PLUMB" which means:
- noun
- • The metal bob of a plumb line adverb
- • Completely; used as intensifiers
- • Conforming to the direction of a plumb line
- • Exactly adjective satellite
- • Exactly vertical verb
- • Measure the depth of something
- • Weight with lead
- • Examine thoroughly and in great depth
- • Adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical adjective
- • Truly vertical, as indicated by a plumb line.
- • Describing an lbw where the batsman is hit on the pads directly in front of his wicket and should be given out.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The plumber used a plumb line to ensure the wall was straight."
- • "He held the plumb against the wall to check if it was vertical."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times12 Nov 2023 | Across 4 | |
| Telegraph Cross Atlantic24 Jun 2023 | Across 36 | |
| Eugene Sheffer30 Jun 2020 | Across 15 | |
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