The Clue
Hari and Hale (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SPIES
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Notes
The answer SPIES is common and appears about once every 325 puzzles.
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Definition
SPY as a noun:
1. (spy, undercover agent) = (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors
2. a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people; "my spies tell me that you had a good time last night"
SPY as a verb:
1. (descry, spot, espy, spy) = catch sight of
2. (spy, stag, snoop, sleuth) = watch, observe, or inquire secretly
3. secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage; "spy for the Russians"