Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Lawyer's advance (8 letter answer)
The Answer
RETAINER
Tags
Notes
The answer RETAINER is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
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Attendant of many years
Perry Mason's lifeblood
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Definition
RETAINER as a noun:
1. (retainer, consideration) = a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone
2. (servant, retainer) = a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
3. a dental appliance that holds teeth (or a prosthesis) in position after orthodontic treatment