Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Blighted areas (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SLUMS
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Notes
The answer SLUMS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.
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Definition
SLUM as a noun:
1. (slum, slum area) = a district of a city marked by poverty and inferior living conditions
SLUM as a verb:
1. visit slums for entertainment or out of curiosity