Criticize severely Crossword Clue

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DECRY

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PAN

(3 letters)

SCATHE

(6 letters)

FLAY

(4 letters)

BASH

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
2. winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge
(verb)
1. throw violently
2. close violently

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SEVERELY (adverb)
1. with sternness; in a severe manner
2. to a severe or serious degree
CRITICIZE (verb)
1. find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
2. act as a critic

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

DECRY
(5 letters)
PAN
(3 letters)
SCATHE
(6 letters)
FLAY
(4 letters)
BASH
(4 letters)

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