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The Clue
Layout (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SETUP
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Notes
The answer SETUP is common and appears about once every 325 puzzles.
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Provide with a blind date, say
Definition
SETUP as a noun:
1. (apparatus, setup) = equipment designed to serve a specific function
2. the way something is organized or arranged; "it takes time to learn the setup around here"
3. (frame-up, setup) = an act that incriminates someone on a false charge