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The Clue
Military punishment (8 letter answer)
The Answer
DEMOTION
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Notes
The answer DEMOTION is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Definition
DEMOTION as a noun:
1. act of lowering in rank or position