Curry of the N.B.A., informally Crossword Clue

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Curry of the N.B.A., informally Crossword Answer

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INFORMALLY (adverb)
1. with the use of colloquial expressions
CURRY (verb)
1. give a neat appearance to
2. season with a mixture of spices; typical of Indian cooking
CURRY (noun)
1. (East Indian cookery) a pungent dish of vegetables or meats flavored with curry powder and usually eaten with rice

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