14A Across
Ruler held up by extra-strong opposition (4)
TSAR
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Answer
TSAR
4 letters

Solving Tips & Context

Understanding the Clue: "Ruler held up by extra-strong opposition (4)"

Notice the parenthetical hint in this clue. Information in parentheses often provides additional context, wordplay hints, or indicates abbreviations.

Answer Pattern: The answer "TSAR" has 4 letters. This medium-length answer is typical for crossword puzzles and often represents common words or phrases.

Note: This answer appears to be an abbreviation or acronym. These are common in crosswords and often indicated by abbreviations in the clue.

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