Swindle, in a way Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, April 20, 2003 · 55-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, April 20, 2003.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 20, 2003 · 55-Down · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
A confidence game or swindle.
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