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The Clue
Parachutists' lifelines (8 letter answer)
The Answer
RIPCORDS
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Notes
The answer RIPCORDS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
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Definition
RIPCORD as a noun:
1. a cord that is pulled to open the gasbag of a balloon wide enough to release gas and so causes the balloon to descend
2. a cord that is pulled to open a parachute from its pack during a descent