The Clue
He caused Desdemona's demise (4 letter answer)
The Answer
IAGO
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Notes
The answer IAGO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 70 puzzles.
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Definition
IAGO as a noun:
1. the villain in William Shakespeare's tragedy who tricked Othello into murdering his wife