The Clue
90° from north (4 letter answer)
The Answer
EAST
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Notes
The answer EAST is very common and appears about once every 40 puzzles.
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Definition
EAST as a noun:
1. (east, due east, eastward, E) = the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees
2. (East, Orient) = the countries of Asia
3. (East, eastern United States) = the region of the United States lying north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River
EAST as an adjective:
1. situated in or facing or moving toward the east
EAST as an adverb:
1. to, toward, or in the east; "we travelled east for several miles"; "located east of Rome"