Cryptic crossword clue
Firmly fixed wicket into cement base 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word SCREWED

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What does SCREWED mean?

SCREWED verb
  1. To connect or assemble pieces using a screw.
  2. To have sexual intercourse with.
  3. To cheat someone or ruin their chances in a game or other situation.
  4. To practice extortion upon; to oppress by unreasonable or extortionate exactions; to put the screws on.
  5. To contort.
  6. To miskick (a ball) by hitting it with the wrong part of the foot.
  7. To screw back.
  8. To examine (a student) rigidly; to subject to a severe examination.
SCREWED adjective
  1. Fucked, beset with unfortunate circumstances that seem difficult or impossible to overcome; in imminent danger.
  2. Intoxicated.

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