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| 2 | 29% | 10 | Describing the ability to deflect light waves | |
| 3 | 27% | 5 | Deflect | |
Deflect As Light Crossword Clue
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REFRACT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
REFRACT
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "REFRACT" which means:
- verb
- • Subject to refraction
- • Determine the refracting power of (a lens)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The light refracts when passing through a glass prism."
- • "The divergent rays of sunlight refract when they hit raindrops, creating a rainbow."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times18 Apr 1985 | Across 21 | |
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