The Clue
MI6 : Britain :: ___ : U.S. (3 letter answer)
The Answer
CIA
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Notes
The answer CIA is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
CIA as a noun:
1. (Central Intelligence Agency, CIA) = an independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activities abroad in the national interest; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence under the supervision of the President and National Security Council