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The Clue

Noted sprinter (4 letter answer)

The Answer

HARE

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Notes

The answer HARE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.

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Definition

HARE as a noun:

1. swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes
2. (rabbit, hare) = flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food

HARE as a verb:

1. run quickly, like a hare; "He hared down the hill"