The Clue
"___ Me," Ustinov autobiography (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DEAR
Tags
Notes
The answer DEAR is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
DEAR as a noun:
1. (beloved, dear, dearest, loved one, honey, love) = a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
2. (lamb, dear) = a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
DEAR as an adjective:
1. (beloved, darling, dear) = dearly loved
2. (dear, good, near) = with or in a close or intimate relationship; "a good friend"; "my sisters and brothers are near and dear"
3. (dear, devout, earnest, heartfelt) = earnest; "one's dearest wish"; "devout wishes for their success"; "heartfelt condolences"
4. (costly, dear, high-priced, pricey, pricy) = having a high price; "costly jewelry"; "high-priced merchandise"; "much too dear for my pocketbook"; "a pricey restaurant"
DEAR as an adverb:
1. (dearly, affectionately, dear) = with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
2. (dearly, dear) = at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"