Mark of literature half read amid loud squawking of chicks? Crossword Clue

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Mark of literature half read amid loud squawking of chicks? Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. characterized by honesty and fairness
2. providing abundant nourishment
(noun)
1. a formal and conservative person with old-fashioned views
2. the product of two equal terms
(adverb)
1. firmly and solidly
2. in a straight direct way
(verb)
1. make square
2. turn the paddle; in canoeing

Hint 2: Clue Definition

LITERATURE (noun)
1. the humanistic study of a body of literature
2. creative writing of recognized artistic value

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