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Distress signal Crossword Clue

Last seen in: The Telegraph Plusword · 2026-10-19

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(noun)

  1. (baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield
  2. a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines
  3. a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification
  4. a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate
  5. a sudden outburst of emotion
  6. am unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection)
  7. a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference
  8. a sudden burst of flame
  9. a shape that spreads outward
  10. a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms
  11. reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation

(verb)

  1. become flared and widen, usually at one end
  2. erupt or intensify suddenly
  3. burn brightly
  4. shine with a sudden light

(noun)

  1. the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim
  2. psychological suffering
  3. extreme physical pain
  4. a state of adversity (danger or affliction or need)

(verb)

  1. cause mental pain to
  2. bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship

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    The Telegraph Plusword · Oct 19, 2026

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