Contrived Crossword Clue

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Contrived Crossword Answer

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DEVISED

(7 letters)

HOKEY

(5 letters)

SCHEMED

(7 letters)

Helpful Hints

(adjective)
1. having only superficial plausibility
2. exactly suited to the occasion
(noun)
1. the sound made by a gentle blow
2. a light touch or stroke
(verb)
1. hit lightly
2. pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

Hint 2: Clue Definition

CONTRIVED (adjective)
1. artificially formal
2. showing effects of planning or manipulation

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

DEVISED
(7 letters)
HOKEY
(5 letters)
Schemed
(7 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
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