The Clue
Political ticket (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SLATE
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Notes
The answer SLATE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 120 puzzles.
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Definition
SLATE as a noun:
1. (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
2. (slate, slating) = thin layers of rock used for roofing
3. a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
4. (slate, ticket) = a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices
SLATE as a verb:
1. designate or schedule; "He slated his talk for 9 AM"; "She was slated to be his successor"
2. enter on a list or slate for an election; "He was slated for borough president"
3. cover with slate; "slate the roof"