The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word HEAVE-HO which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2024.
Dismissal, informally crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| HEAVE-HO | 50 % | 8 |
| THEAX | 50 % | 5 |
Why may HEAVE-HO be the right solution?
The term "heave-ho" is informally used to mean dismissal or being let go from a job or position. It fits the clue "Dismissal, informally" as it is a colloquial expression for being fired or removed from a position.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Dismissal, informally
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Crossword Answer definitions
HEAVE-HO noun- A cry of heave-ho.
- A rejection; a forced removal.
- To pull forcefully.
- An exclamation used when pulling, especially by sailors while pulling on a rope.
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