Had a close shave? Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% SCRAPED Had a close shave? (7) The Telegraph Cryptic Feb 29, 2016
58% BARBERSCHAIR Trim figures with parlour piece had a close shave there (6'1,5) (12)
7% AFTA Post-shave brand (4)
7% IVE "___ had it!" (3) The Atlantic Feb 1, 2026
7% RAZORS Sharp bladed instruments for close shaves and trims in a salon (6)
7% NEAR Close (4) Eugene Sheffer Jan 31, 2026
7% RAZOR Shaving implement (5) (5) Mirror Classic Jan 27, 2026
7% TONSURE Monk's shaved crown (7) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jan 26, 2026
7% FAR Not close (3) Universal Jan 26, 2026
7% HAIRY In need of a shave (5) New York Times Mini Jan 5, 2026

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