Dread taking criminal into custody Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from August 21, 2024
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Updated Aug 21, 2024
Dread taking criminal into custody Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Dread taking criminal into custody for the August 21, 2024 edition of the crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 12 letters. Start with A and end with N, and the possible solutions are ABBREVIATION, ACCUMULATION, APPREHENSION.
The answer is APPREHENSION.
The clue "Dread taking criminal into custody" leads to the answer APPREHENSION, which fits as it combines both the notion of fear or anxiety (dread) and the action of detaining someone (taking a criminal into custody). In this context, "apprehension" means a sense of unease or worry, which aligns with the idea of dread.
Thus, the clue cleverly plays on the dual meanings of "apprehension" to merge the concepts of fear and the process of arresting someone. The solution encapsulates both aspects of the clue, showcasing the word's versatility in expressing both emotional and procedural elements.
This clue was last seen in Crossword Puzzle on August 21, 2024. You can also get all other Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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