The Clue
One who's gone but not forgotten (4 letter answer)
The Answer
AWOL
Tags
Notes
The answer AWOL is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Dissatisfied soldier
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Definition
AWOL as a noun:
1. one who is away or absent without leave
AWOL as an adjective:
1. (truant, awol) = absent without permission; "truant schoolboys"; "the soldier was AWOL for almost a week"
2. having deserted your post or station without leave