Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Dental thread (5 letter answer)
The Answer
FLOSS
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Notes
The answer FLOSS is uncommon, appearing about once every 475 puzzles.
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Clean the hard-to-get-at areas, say
Definition
FLOSS as a noun:
1. a soft loosely twisted thread used in embroidery
2. (dental floss, floss) = a soft thread for cleaning the spaces between the teeth
FLOSS as a verb:
1. use dental floss to clean; "floss your teeth after every meal"