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The Clue
Assume control (8 letter answer)
The Answer
TAKEOVER
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Notes
The answer TAKEOVER is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Related Clues
Occupy by force
Wrest the reins
Definition
TAKEOVER as a noun:
1. (coup d'etat, coup, putsch, takeover) = a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force
2. a change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation