Tall hunting dog (like a greyhound) from Egypt and south-western Asia Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Tall hunting dog (like a greyhound) from Egypt and south-western Asia last seen in Guardian Quick puzzle. 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 6 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is SALUKI.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% SALUKI Tall hunting dog (like a greyhound) from Egypt and south-western Asia (6) The Guardian Quick Sep 2, 2016
5% SATAY Skewered dish of South Asia (5) Universal Oct 20, 2026
5% GOA State in south-western India (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Sep 24, 2026
5% SARI Wrap in South Asia (4) New York Times Sep 12, 2026
5% LURCHER Hunting dog (7) The Telegraph Quick Aug 14, 2026
5% AFGHAN Tall hunting dog (6) The Times Concise Feb 5, 2020
4% DEADWOOD Western series set in South Dakota (8) TV Oct 25, 2026
4% PANT Breathe like a tired dog (4)
4% AIDA Opera set in Egypt (4) Newsday Oct 21, 2026
4% SUEZCANAL Waterway that divides Africa from Asia (9) The Times Specialist Oct 19, 2026

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The clue refers to a tall hunting dog breed, the Saluki, known for its grace and speed. Originating from Egypt and south-western Asia, Salukis have a rich history dating back thousands of years. They were prized by ancient Egyptians and Bedouins for their hunting prowess and loyalty. Salukis are sleek, elegant dogs with a strong prey drive, making them excellent hunters and companions.