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The Clue
Payments made before a deal is completed (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ANTES
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Notes
The answer ANTES is seen frequently, appearing about once every 110 puzzles.
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Definition
ANTE as a noun:
1. (poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot
ANTE as a verb:
1. place one's stake