The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SALLYING which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 1996.
Setting out crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| SALLYING | 33 % | 8 |
| STARTING | 33 % | 8 |
| EMBARKING | 33 % | 9 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Setting out
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- set out
- setting up
- set sail
- embarking
- journeying
- heading
- traversing
- adventure
- venturing
- embark on
- exploring
- undertaking
Crossword Answer definitions
SALLYING verb- To make a sudden attack (e.g. on an enemy from a defended position).
- To set out on an excursion; venture; depart (often followed by "forth.")
- To venture off the beaten path.
- The act of one who sallies.
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