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The Clue

Long time to wait (3 letter answer)

The Answer

EON

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Notes

The answer EON is very common and appears about once every 42 puzzles.

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Definition

EON as a noun:

1. (eon, aeon) = the longest division of geological time
2. (eon, aeon) = an immeasurably long period of time; "oh, that happened eons ago"
3. (eon, aeon) = (Gnosticism) a divine power or nature emanating from the Supreme Being and playing various roles in the operation of the universe