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The Clue
Fine (7 letter answer)
The Answer
PENALTY
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Notes
The answer PENALTY is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
PENALTY as a noun:
1. (punishment, penalty, penalization, penalisation) = the act of punishing
2. a payment required for not fulfilling a contract
3. the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition; "neglected his health and paid the penalty"
4. (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game