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The Clue
Hustle (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SHILL
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Notes
The answer SHILL is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 650 puzzles.
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Definition
SHILL as a noun:
1. a decoy who acts as an enthusiastic customer in order to stimulate the participation of others
SHILL as a verb:
1. act as a shill; "The shill bid for the expensive carpet during the auction in order to drive the price up"