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The Clue
Doyle's "The Red-Headed ___" (6 letter answer)
The Answer
LEAGUE
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Notes
The answer LEAGUE is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 800 puzzles.
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Unit of distance
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Definition
LEAGUE as a noun:
1. (league, conference) = an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members
2. an association of states or organizations or individuals for common action
3. an obsolete unit of distance of variable length (usually 3 miles)
LEAGUE as a verb:
1. unite to form a league