Underlying support Crossword Clue

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Underlying support Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the most important or necessary part of something
2. a relation that provides the foundation for something

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

UNDERLYING (adjective)
1. in the nature of something though not readily apparent
2. being or involving basic facts or principles
SUPPORT (noun)
1. financial resources provided to make some project possible
2. a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission
SUPPORT (verb)
1. argue or speak in defense of
2. put up with something or somebody unpleasant

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22. Prank

23. Course that’s a cakewalk

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26. Subjective decision

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31. Go astray

32. Grp. making crude remarks?

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37. Olympic squad in red, white and blue

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44. Tear

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56. Bound

58. Petri dish goo

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63. B+, e.g.

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Down

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3. “Yessiree Bob!”

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26. Quick punches

27. Thick Japanese noodles

28. Playing speeds

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40. Multiple-choice options

43. Flour source

46. “Totally get that!”

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