The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TEARGASES which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Sun in 2003.
Tries to control a riot, perhaps crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| TEARGASES | 100 % | 9 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Tries to control a riot, perhaps
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- event
- stampede
- act
- teargas
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- fight
Crossword Answer definitions
TEARGASES noun- Any lachrymatory, non-lethal chemical compound that causes the eyes to sting and water and/or irritates the respiratory system, mostly used for controlling crowds during riots or as self-defense.
- To use tear gas.
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