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Rather Than Crossword Clue
There are 4 exact and 516 possible answers.
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INSTEAD which was last seen in the The Guardian Speedy crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
INSTEAD
Updated: October 15, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "INSTEAD" which means:
- adverb
- • In place of, or as an alternative to
- • On the contrary
An example sentence would be:
- • "I wanted to watch a movie, but instead, i decided to read a book."
- • "She offered to give me a ride home, but i chose to walk instead."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| The Guardian Speedy08 Feb 2004 | Across 22 | |
| New York Times05 Jan 1998 | Down 34 | INSTEADOF |
| New York Times15 Oct 1995 | Across 86 | |
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