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The Clue
Cause of many a blowup (3 letter answer)
The Answer
TNT
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Notes
The answer TNT is very common and appears about once every 41 puzzles.
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Definition
TNT as a noun:
1. (TNT, trinitrotoluene) = explosive consisting of a yellow crystalline compound that is a flammable toxic derivative of toluene