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The Clue
Cloak-and-dagger doings (8 letter answer)
The Answer
INTRIGUE
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Notes
The answer INTRIGUE is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
INTRIGUE as a noun:
1. (intrigue, machination) = a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
2. a clandestine love affair
INTRIGUE as a verb:
1. (intrigue, fascinate) = cause to be interested or curious
2. (scheme, intrigue, connive) = form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner