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The Clue
A person vouched for (8 letter answer)
The Answer
REFERRAL
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Notes
The answer REFERRAL is so rare that it appears less than once every 2900 puzzles.
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Recommendation, in a way
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Definition
REFERRAL as a noun:
1. a recommendation to consult the (professional) person referred to; "this patient is a referral from Dr. Bones"
2. the act of referring (as forwarding an applicant for employment or referring a matter to an appropriate agency)