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Detonating Device Crossword Clue
There are 5 exact and 169 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PETARD which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PETARD
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PETARD" which means:
- noun
- • An explosive device used to break down a gate or wall verb
- • To attack or blow a hole in (something) with a petard.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was hoist with his own petard when his scheme backfired."
- • "The politician's controversial statement hoisted him on his own petard."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times22 Dec 2000 | Down 25 | |
| New York Times20 Dec 1976 | Down 1 | |
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