A word in closing Crossword Clue

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A word in closing Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation
(adverb)
1. (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
2. in the way indicated

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CLOSING (noun)
1. approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap
2. the last section of a communication
CLOSING (adjective)
1. final or ending
WORD (noun)
1. the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus)
2. information about recent and important events
WORD (verb)
1. put into words or an expression

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28. More sassy

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