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The Clue

I.o.u., e.g. (4 letter answer)

The Answer

DEBT

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Notes

The answer DEBT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.

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Definition

DEBT as a noun:

1. the state of owing something (especially money); "he is badly in debt"
2. money or goods or services owed by one person to another
3. an obligation to pay or do something