'Say it ain't so!' Crossword Clue

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'Say it ain't so!' Crossword Answer

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PLEASENO

(8 letters)

OHNO

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit
2. deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

AIN (adjective)
1. belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive
SAY (verb)
1. have or contain a certain wording or form
2. give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
SAY (noun)
1. the chance to speak

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PLEASENO
(8 letters)
OHNO
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DYNE

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