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The Clue
Chicks follow them (4 letter answer)
The Answer
HENS
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Notes
The answer HENS is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
HEN as a noun:
1. (hen, biddy) = adult female chicken
2. adult female bird
3. flesh of an older chicken suitable for stewing
4. female of certain aquatic animals e.g. octopus or lobster