Without pretense Crossword Clue

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Without pretense Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

PRETENSE (noun)
1. an artful or simulated semblance
2. pretending with intention to deceive
WITHOUT (conjunction)
1. Unless; except; — introducing a clause.
WITHOUT (adverb)
1. On or art the outside; not on the inside; not within; outwardly; externally.

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