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The Clue

Do harm to (6 letter answer)

The Answer

MISUSE

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Notes

The answer MISUSE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.

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Definition

MISUSE as a noun:

1. (misuse, abuse) = improper or excessive use

MISUSE as a verb:

1. (misapply, misuse) = apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly; "The words are misapplied in this context"; "You are misapplying the name of this religious group"
2. (pervert, misuse, abuse) = change the inherent purpose or function of something; "Don't abuse the system"; "The director of the factory misused the funds intended for the health care of his workers"