The Clue
Credit (5 letter answer)
The Answer
HONOR
Tags
Notes
The answer HONOR is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.
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Throw a party for, say
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Roll out the red carpet for
Definition
HONOR as a noun:
1. (award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels) = a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
2. (honor, honour, laurels) = the state of being honored
3. (honor, honour) = the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor"
4. (honor, honour, purity, pureness) = a woman's virtue or chastity
HONOR as a verb:
1. (honor, honour, reward) = bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
2. (respect, honor, honour, abide by, observe) = show respect towards; "honor your parents!"
3. (honor, honour) = accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"