Part of an underground network? Crossword Clue

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Part of an underground network? Crossword Answer

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SEWER

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(noun)
1. a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
2. someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
(verb)
1. become settled or established and stable in one’s residence or life style
2. dig with the snout

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

UNDERGROUND (adjective)
1. conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
2. under the level of the ground
UNDERGROUND (noun)
1. an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city)
2. a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force
NETWORK (noun)
1. an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
2. (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits
NETWORK (verb)
1. communicate with and within a group

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

SEWER
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Hint 4: Anagram

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37. Emotional manipulation tactic

39. Meaty meal

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43. Spray in the kitchen

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53. Up to

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9. Personal opinion?

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26. Delivery means to a gas station

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