Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Excuse (6 letter answer)
The Answer
PARDON
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Notes
The answer PARDON is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.
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Definition
PARDON as a noun:
1. (forgiveness, pardon) = the act of excusing a mistake or offense
2. (pardon, amnesty) = a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
3. (amnesty, pardon, free pardon) = the formal act of liberating someone
PARDON as a verb:
1. (excuse, pardon) = accept an excuse for; "Please excuse my dirty hands"
2. grant a pardon to; "Ford pardoned Nixon"; "The Thanksgiving turkey was pardoned by the President"