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The Clue

Nonconformists (6 letter answer)

The Answer

REBELS

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Notes

The answer REBELS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.

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Definition

REBEL as a noun:

1. (Rebel, Reb, Johnny Reb, Johnny, greyback) = `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
2. (insurgent, insurrectionist, freedom fighter, rebel) = a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
3. (maverick, rebel) = someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action

REBEL as a verb:

1. (rebel, arise, rise, rise up) = take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance
2. (rebel, renegade) = break with established customs