The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word LIKEWISE
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More clues leading to the result LIKEWISE
- Just the same as Ernie, perhaps
- Be partial to sage just the same
- Liberal president, sensible too
- 17 Be fond of having knowledge too
- Similarly funny in the manner of one in double act?
- Similarly resembling Ernie, being comical?
- Enjoy sage also
- Feel an affinity for the intelligent? So do I
- Fans of Morecambe probably do this too
- Knot in story's rational too
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The straight part
We know that "Just the same" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case just the same = likewise.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does LIKEWISE mean?
LIKEWISE adverb- (manner) In a similar manner.
- Also; moreover; too.
- The same to you; used as a response.