The Clue
Expected (3 letter answer)
The Answer
DUE
Tags
Notes
The answer DUE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
DUE as a noun:
1. that which is deserved or owed; "give the devil his due"
2. a payment that is due (e.g., as the price of membership); "the society dropped him for non-payment of dues"
DUE as an adjective:
1. (due, owed) = owed and payable immediately or on demand; "payment is due"
2. scheduled to arrive; "the train is due in 15 minutes"
3. suitable to or expected in the circumstances; "all due respect"; "due cause to honor them"; "a long due promotion"; "in due course"; "due esteem"; " exercising due care"
DUE as an adverb:
1. directly or exactly; straight; "went due North"