Brief sighting Crossword Clue

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Brief sighting Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a quick look
2. a brief or incomplete view
(verb)
1. catch a glimpse of or see briefly

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SIGHTING (noun)
1. the act of observing
BRIEF (noun)
1. a document stating the facts and points of law of a client’s case
2. a condensed written summary or abstract
BRIEF (adjective)
1. (of clothing) very short
2. concise and succinct
BRIEF (verb)
1. give essential information to someone

Hint 3: Anagram

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More WSJ Crossword (10/14/2026) Answers

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