The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 15 letter word COUNTERMEASURES which also is the latest solution we found used in Newsday in 2011.
Defensive responses crossword clue answers
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| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTERMEASURES | 100 % | 15 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Defensive responses
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- antimissile
- bristle
- check
- defence
- defend
- defendant
- defending
- defense
- parry
- parrying
- retire
Crossword Answer definitions
COUNTERMEASURES noun- Any action taken to counteract or correct another.
- (chiefly in the plural) Any of the devices and techniques used to impair the operational effectiveness of an enemy.
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