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The Clue
Hawkshaw (3 letter answer)
The Answer
TEC
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Notes
The answer TEC is seen frequently, appearing about once every 120 puzzles.
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Definition
TEC as a noun:
1. (detective, investigator, tec, police detective) = a police officer who investigates crimes