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The Clue

Fraud (4 letter answer)

The Answer

HOAX

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Notes

The answer HOAX is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.

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Definition

HOAX as a noun:

1. (fraud, fraudulence, dupery, hoax, humbug, put-on) = something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage

HOAX as a verb:

1. (hoax, pull someone's leg, play a joke on) = subject to a playful hoax or joke