The Clue
Cause the ruin of (4 letter answer)
The Answer
UNDO
Tags
Notes
The answer UNDO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
Related Clues
Annul
Cancel
Destroy
Disassemble
Disconnect
Disengage
Efface
Erase
Loosen
Nullify
Open
Release
Reverse
Ruin
Wreck
Bring to naught
Bring to ruin
Edit command
Loosen a knot
Open a clasp
Pull strings?
Set at naught
Take apart
Tear down
Computer correction command
Word processing command
"Go back," on an edit menu
Definition
UNDO as a verb:
1. cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect; "I wish I could undo my actions"
2. (unmake, undo) = deprive of certain characteristics
3. cause the ruin or downfall of; "A single mistake undid the President and he had to resign"
4. (untie, undo, loosen) = cause to become loose; "undo the shoelace"; "untie the knot"; "loosen the necktie"
5. (unwrap, undo) = remove the outer cover or wrapping of; "Let's unwrap the gifts!"; "undo the parcel"