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The Clue
Not in so many words (5 letter answer)
The Answer
TACIT
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Notes
The answer TACIT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Definition
TACIT as an adjective:
1. (implied, silent, tacit, understood) = indicated by necessary connotation though not expressed directly; "gave silent consent"; "a tacit agreement"; "the understood provisos of a custody agreement"