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Forbid authoritatively. Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Forbid authoritatively. . 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 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is BAN.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | BAN Forbid authoritatively. | (3) | ||
| 7% | DISCOURSE Speak authoritatively (9) | (9) | Puzzler | Dec 4, 2025 |
| 7% | VETO Forbid chaotic vote | (4) | The Telegraph Toughie | Nov 25, 2025 |
| 7% | ORDINANCE Authoritative rule | (9) | The Telegraph Quick | Nov 18, 2025 |
| 7% | BAR Metal rod; forbid | (3) | The Telegraph Mini | Nov 18, 2025 |
| 7% | FIAT Authoritative order | (4) | Eugene Sheffer | Sep 15, 2025 |
| 6% | AUSTERE Gold trees - terribly forbidding (7) | (7) | Mirror Cryptic | Oct 31, 2025 |
| 6% | BOTS What Fortnite forbids | (4) | Newsday | Oct 4, 2025 |
| 5% | BIRDSOFPREY Forbids unusual public relations exercise, initially, with unknown flyers (5,2,4) | (11) | The Sun Two Speed | Nov 4, 2025 |
| 5% | GRIM Forbidding scowl has expert leaving (4) | (4) | Mirror Cryptic | Oct 29, 2025 |
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In this clue, "Forbid authoritatively" is a description that hints at a strong, official prohibition. The answer, "BAN," succinctly captures the essence of this action, indicating a formal restriction or prohibition on something. It's a concise and powerful word often used in legal, social, or political contexts to denote a strict prohibition.