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Cryptic Clockmaking Terms Crossword Puzzle for Middle School is a hard crossword puzzle with 10 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.

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Cryptic Clockmaking Terms Crossword Puzzle for Middle School
Challenge yourself with this hard crossword exploring intricate vocabulary in cryptic clockmaking. Perfect for middle schoolers diving deep into technical horology terms.
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  • 1. Central spindle on which gears or wheels are mounted
  • 3. Regulates gear movement, allowing clocks to tick precisely
  • 4. Part holding the balance wheel assembly in place
  • 5. Swinging weight that governs timekeeping in a clock
  • 8. Oscillating arm controlling the release of the escape wheel
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  • 2. Oscillating wheel maintaining regular time intervals in portable clocks
  • 6. Small gear engaging with a larger wheel in clockwork
  • 7. Tool for sharpening and polishing clock components
  • 9. Precious stones used as low-friction bearings in fine clocks
  • 10. Conical pulley used to even out power from a mainspring
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