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The Clue
Ph.D. hurdles (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ORALS
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The answer ORALS is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
ORAL as a noun:
1. (oral, oral exam, oral examination, viva voce, viva) = an examination conducted by word of mouth