The Clue
Part of retribution, in a phrase (3 letter answer)
The Answer
TAT
Tags
Notes
The answer TAT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Produce lace
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Definition
TAT as a noun:
1. (cheapness, tackiness, tat, sleaze) = tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar
2. (Thematic Apperception Test, TAT) = a projective technique using black-and-white pictures; subjects tell a story about each picture
TAT as a verb:
1. (tat, intertwine) = make lacework by knotting or looping