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Spike Crossword Clue
There are 9 exact and 296 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
THORN which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
THORN
Updated: November 30, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "THORN" which means:
- noun
- • Something that causes irritation and annoyance
- • A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
- • A germanic character of runic origin verb
- • To pierce with, or as if with, a thorn
An example sentence would be:
- • "I pricked my finger on a thorn from the rose bush."
- • "The thorn on this plant is incredibly sharp."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick17 Nov 2023 | Across 21 | |
| The Guardian Quick13 Jul 2020 | Down 18 | |
| New York Times25 Nov 2018 | Down 39 | |
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