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The Clue

Person in a pullover? (3 letter answer)

The Answer

COP

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Notes

The answer COP is seen frequently, appearing about once every 170 puzzles.

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Definition

COP as a noun:

1. (bull, cop, copper, fuzz, pig) = uncomplimentary terms for a policeman

COP as a verb:

1. (hook, snitch, thieve, cop, knock off, glom) = take by theft; "Someone snitched my wallet!"
2. (collar, nail, apprehend, arrest, pick up, nab, cop) = take into custody; "the police nabbed the suspected criminals"