Kind of bird; avoid Crossword Clue

Last seen in: The Telegraph Mini · 2026-10-23

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(noun)

  1. small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs
  2. a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents
  3. flesh of a duck (domestic or wild)
  4. (cricket) a score of nothing by a batsman

(verb)

  1. avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
  2. to move (the head or body) quickly downwards or away
  3. submerge or plunge suddenly
  4. dip into a liquid

(verb)

  1. stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
  2. refrain from certain foods or beverages
  3. prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening
  4. refrain from doing something
  5. declare invalid

1 Potential Answers:

  • 99% match 4 letters
    DUCK

    Kind of bird; avoid (4)

    The Telegraph Mini · Oct 23, 2026

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