Wax and ___ Crossword Clue

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Wax and ___ Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number)
(verb)
1. grow smaller
2. become smaller

Hint 2: Clue Definition

WAX (verb)
1. increase in phase
2. go up or advance
WAX (noun)
1. any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water

Hint 3: Anagram

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More Missing Letter Crossword (5/1/2025) Answers

Across

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Down

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