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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SCAM which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SCAM

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296%6PUT-ONExact Match!
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About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SCAM" which means:

    noun
  • • A fraudulent business scheme
  • verb
  • • Deprive of by deceit

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He fell victim to an online scam and lost all his savings."
  • • "The company was involved in a massive tax scam."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
Telegraph Quick20 May 2024 Across 10
Telegraph Cross Atlantic21 Apr 2024 Across 45
Telegraph Cross Atlantic06 Mar 2023 Across 23 PUT-ON
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