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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Cross that is holding a deserter (5) . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is IRATE.
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | IRATE Cross that is holding a deserter (5) | (5) | ||
| 9% | TURNCOAT Deserter playing truant holds firm | (8) | The Times Quick Cryptic | Jan 2, 2026 |
| 8% | RAT Deserter, say | (3) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Jan 7, 2026 |
| 8% | RETAIN Hold on to | (6) | The Telegraph Quick | Jan 7, 2026 |
| 8% | XOUT Cross off | (4) | Newsday | Jan 6, 2026 |
| 8% | ARID Dry as a desert | (4) | ||
| 8% | WAITAMINUTE "Hold on!" | (11) | USA Today | Dec 30, 2025 |
| 8% | OASIS Fertile area in a desert | (5) | USA Today | Dec 27, 2025 |
| 8% | AVES St. crosses | (4) | Universal | Dec 25, 2025 |
| 8% | CAMEL Desert pack animal | (5) | USA Today | Dec 23, 2025 |
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