The Clue
Future replacements (6 letter answer)
The Answer
SPARES
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Notes
The answer SPARES is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.
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Definition
SPARE as a noun:
1. (spare part, spare) = an extra component of a machine or other apparatus
2. (fifth wheel, spare) = an extra car wheel and tire for a four-wheel vehicle
3. a score in tenpins; knocking down all ten after rolling two balls
SPARE as a verb:
1. (spare, save) = refrain from harming
2. save or relieve from an experience or action; "I'll spare you from having to apologize formally"
3. (spare, give up, part with, dispense with) = give up what is not strictly needed; "he asked if they could spare one of their horses to speed his journey"
4. use frugally or carefully