The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word PALLID
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result PALLID
- After all, I am in my element though wan
- Whitish top worn by friend?
- Forked out over £50 for pasty!
- White cloth covering type of card
- Washed-out friend taking cover
- Drained drink over bowler, perhaps
- Weak sunshine over cover
- Sickly-looking because Dad turned me upside down
- Weak and unwell, coming back into home?
- Unhealthy-looking chum with hat
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What does PALLID mean?
PALLID adjective- Appearing weak, pale or wan.