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The Clue

Ensue (6 letter answer)

The Answer

RESULT

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Notes

The answer RESULT is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 800 puzzles.

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Consequence
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Definition

RESULT as a noun:

1. (consequence, effect, outcome, result, event, issue, upshot) = a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon; "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event"
2. (solution, answer, result, resolution, solvent) = a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem; "they were trying to find a peaceful solution"; "the answers were in the back of the book"; "he computed the result to four decimal places"
3. (result, resultant, final result, outcome, termination) = something that results; "he listened for the results on the radio"
4. (resultant role, result) = the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

RESULT as a verb:

1. (result, ensue) = issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end; "result in tragedy"
2. (leave, result, lead) = have as a result or residue; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her blood left a stain on the napkin"