Loosen, as shoelaces Crossword Clue

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Loosen, as shoelaces Crossword Answer

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UNTIE

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UNKNOT

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Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. deprive of certain characteristics
2. remove the outer cover or wrapping of

Hint 2: Clue Definition

LOOSEN (verb)
1. make loose or looser
2. disentangle and raise the fibers of

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

UNTIE
(5 letters)
UNKNOT
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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

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44. Butcher's inventory

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53. 'Dear __ or Madam . . .'

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Down

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3. Creative thought

4. Yuletide wise men

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6. Pass into law

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