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Set off (as firing mechanism) (7) Crossword Clue
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | TRIGGER Set off (as firing mechanism) (7) | (7) | ||
| 9% | LAID ___ off (fired) | (4) | ||
| 9% | BURN Set fire to | (4) | The Telegraph Quick | Jan 9, 2026 |
| 9% | LIT Set on fire | (3) | Commuter | Jan 2, 2026 |
| 9% | IGNITE Set on fire | (6) | USA Today | Dec 16, 2025 |
| 8% | STARTLE Set off an alarm | (7) | Newsday | Jan 24, 2026 |
| 8% | BEGINS Sets off | (6) | LA Times Daily | Dec 6, 2025 |
| 7% | LITANY Set fire to any catalogue (6) | (6) | The Sun Two Speed | Feb 6, 2026 |
| 7% | TENSED Tightened end and set off (6) | (6) | Mirror Cryptic | Feb 6, 2026 |
| 7% | RELIT Fired again | (5) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Feb 6, 2026 |
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