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The Clue

Harsh (10 letter answer)

The Answer

ASTRINGENT

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Notes

The answer ASTRINGENT is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.

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Definition

ASTRINGENT as a noun:

1. (astringent, astringent drug, styptic) = a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

ASTRINGENT as an adjective:

1. (acerb, acerbic, astringent) = sour or bitter in taste
2. tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions"