While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Be behind crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on July 19 2025 Wall Street Journal Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Be behind has a total of 3 letters.
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Definition
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To possess; to have, as the rightful owner; to own.
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To have or possess, as something derived or bestowed; to be
obliged to ascribe (something to some source); to be indebted or
obliged for; as, he owed his wealth to his father; he owed his victory
to his lieutenants.
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Hence: To have or be under an obigation to restore, pay, or
render (something) in return or compensation for something received; to
be indebted in the sum of; as, the subject owes allegiance; the
fortunate owe assistance to the unfortunate.
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To have an obligation to (some one) on account of something
done or received; to be indebted to; as, to iwe the grocer for
supplies, or a laborer for services.
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OWE
Be behind
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The answer to Be behind crossword clue is OWE
There are a total of 3 letters in Be behind crossword clue
The Be behind crossword clue was last seen on July 19 2025 Wall Street Journal Crossword puzzle
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