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Link Word Synonym Example of Type of Anagrammed Hidden Selection Homophone Reversed
A __ O __ T __ D
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adopted
Choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans; Take into one's family
This is the solution to the cryptic crossword clue : Taken on top form when in dead trouble (7). Look below for an explanation to help you as the cryptic crossword solver understand it.
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Taken on is the straight definition for adopted.
An anagram of top [form] is placed inside [when in] an anagram of dead [trouble]
OPT inside ADED => AD(OPT)ED
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