Crossword answer
EXPLICATE
9 letters · Used for 3 different clues · 3 appearances · Last seen The Independent, June 10, 2026
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EXPLICATE
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EXPLICATE is a 9-letter answer that has appeared 3 times in our database across 3 different clues. It was most recently the answer to “Develop epic tale modelled around cross” in the The Independent crossword on June 10, 2026.
Other 9-letter answers
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Every appearance of EXPLICATE (3)
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Jun 10, 2026
Develop epic tale modelled around cross · The Independent · 15 Down
Sep 24, 2025
Clarify (9) · The Sun · 12 Across
Sep 24, 2025
Illustrate moving epic tale about cross (9) · The Sun · 12 Across