DAM crossword clues
Every clue Mangesh Ghogre has written for DAM in the MG Mini, the daily Indian mini crossword. Newest first.
The clues
- 1D Beaver's creation Aug 9 · 9 August 2026
- 1A Tehri or Hirakud May 24 · 24 May 2025
- 5D Water resistant? Feb 12 · 12 February 2025
- 1A Hydroelectric facility Feb 2 - Midi · 2 February 2025
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7D
Hydroelectric power plant component
A dam is a large structure built across a river to hold back water. In a hydroelectric power plant, the dam creates a reservoir, which stores water. When water is released from the reservoir, it flows through turbines, generating electricity. This makes the dam a crucial component of hydroelectric power systems.
Aug 16 · 16 August 2024 -
7D
Bhakra Nangal or Koyna
Bhakra Nangal and Koyna are both famous structures in India known for their role in water management. They are large barriers built to hold back water, which is why they are called dams. These dams help in generating electricity, irrigation, and flood control. Thus, the answer "DAM" perfectly fits the clue given.
Aug 2 · 2 August 2024 -
4A
It holds liquid assets?
The answer "DAM" fits the clue "It holds liquid assets" because a dam is a structure that holds back water, which is a liquid. In this context, "liquid assets" is a clever play on words, as it refers to both water and financial resources. Just like a dam stores water, liquid assets in finance are easily accessible resources. Thus, the answer is both literal and a fun pun!
Mar 10 - Midi · 10 March 2024
Words from a clue, or a pattern with ? for unknown letters: M?S?LA.