Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Contingency ___ (3 letter answer)
The Answer
FEE
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Notes
The answer FEE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 110 puzzles.
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Invoice inclusion
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Definition
FEE as a noun:
1. a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services
2. an interest in land capable of being inherited
FEE as a verb:
1. (tip, fee, bung) = give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on; "Remember to tip the waiter"; "fee the steward"