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Can you construct a word square using the following cryptic clues for the 5-letter words in the square?

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A set of words that can be read both horizontally and vertically is known as a word square. The words TEN, ERA, and NAB can form a word square as shown below.

T E N
E R A
N A B

Can you construct a word square using the following cryptic clues for the 5-letter words in the square?

1) Where mouthwash has power.
2) Theft of a flower bud.
3) A lot of work in Latin class.
4) Lassie sticks up for coffee.
5) Wipeout!

posted Apr 23, 2015 by Tapesh Kulkarni

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