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The Clue
Away from the ocean's winds (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ALEE
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Notes
The answer ALEE is very common and appears about once every 25 puzzles.
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Definition
ALEE as an adverb:
1. on or toward the lee; "put the helm alee"