Darling childhood friend? Crossword Clue

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Darling childhood friend? Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

CHILDHOOD (noun)
1. the state of a child between infancy and adolescence
2. the time of person’s life when they are a child
DARLING (noun)
1. an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River
2. a special loved one
DARLING (adjective)
1. dearly loved

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