The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word MISUSED which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2021.
Like the words "literally" and "ironic," often crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| MISUSED | 100 % | 7 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Like the words "literally" and "ironic," often
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Crossword Answer definitions
MISUSED verb- To use (something) incorrectly.
- To abuse or mistreat (something or someone).
- To rape (a woman); later more generally, to sexually abuse (someone).
- To abuse verbally, to insult.
- Used in an incorrect or inappropriate manner.
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