Tell tall tales Crossword Clue

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Tell tall tales Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. assume a reclining position
2. originate (in)
(noun)
1. a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
2. Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TALL (adjective)
1. too improbable to admit of belief
2. lofty in style
TALL (noun)
1. a garment size for a tall person
TELL (verb)
1. give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
2. give evidence
TELL (noun)
1. a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son’s head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)

Hint 3: Anagram

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

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28. Finally settles

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40. Owns

41. DraftKings data

42. Take to court

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11. Crack as a secret message

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13. "You __ worry"

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29. Improves, as one’s game

30. Carmaker Ransom

32. Vault

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59. Pre-noon hrs.

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