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The Clue
Call, as a game (3 letter answer)
The Answer
REF
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Notes
The answer REF is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
REF as a noun:
1. (referee, ref) = (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play