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The Clue
Caution (8 letter answer)
The Answer
ADMONISH
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Notes
The answer ADMONISH is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Definition
ADMONISH as a verb:
1. (warn, discourage, admonish, monish) = admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior; "I warned him not to go too far"; "I warn you against false assumptions"; "She warned him to be quiet"
2. (caution, admonish, monish) = warn strongly; put on guard
3. (admonish, reprove) = take to task; "He admonished the child for his bad behavior"