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1 | 99% | 9 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 49% | 10 | Group of whales that includes blue whales and humpback whales | |
3 | 33% | 10 | Genus of toothed whales commonly called bottlenose whales | |
Ash Grey Scented Substance Obtained From Whales Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "AMBERGRIS" which means:
- noun
- • Waxy substance secreted by the sperm whale and found floating at sea or washed ashore; used in perfume
An example sentence would be:
- • "The perfume industry often uses ambergris as a fixative to enhance the longevity of fragrances."
- • "Collecting ambergris from beaches has been banned in many countries due to environmental concerns."
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