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The Clue

Fed. group (3 letter answer)

The Answer

CIA

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Notes

The answer CIA is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.

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Definition

CIA as a noun:

1. (Central Intelligence Agency, CIA) = an independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activities abroad in the national interest; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence under the supervision of the President and National Security Council