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Sinks Crossword Clue
There are 16 exact and 159 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SCUPPERS which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCUPPERS
Updated: January 4, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SCUPPERS" which means:
- noun
- • Drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard verb
- • Wait in hiding to attack
- • Put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
An example sentence would be:
- • "Water poured through the scuppers and flooded the deck."
- • "The scuppers on the side of the ship were clogged with debris."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| Telegraph Quick04 Jan 2024 | Down 1 | |
| New York Times08 Jan 2015 | Down 10 | |
| New York Times24 Aug 2010 | Across 54 | |
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