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The Clue
Hit, seemingly from nowhere (9 letter answer)
The Answer
BLINDSIDE
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Notes
The answer BLINDSIDE is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
BLINDSIDE as a verb:
1. catch unawares, especially with harmful consequences; "The economic downturn blindsided many investors"
2. attack or hit on or from the side where the attacked person's view is obstructed