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The Clue

Grate expectations? (3 letter answer)

The Answer

ASH

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Notes

The answer ASH is very common and appears about once every 28 puzzles.

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Definition

ASH as a noun:

1. the residue that remains when something is burned
2. (ash, ash tree) = any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus
3. strong elastic wood of any of various ash trees; used for furniture and tool handles and sporting goods such as baseball bats

ASH as a verb:

1. convert into ashes