The Clue
Provocateur (5 letter answer)
The Answer
AGENT
Tags
Notes
The answer AGENT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
AGENT as a noun:
1. an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect; "their research uncovered new disease agents"
2. a substance that exerts some force or effect
3. a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations
4. (agent, factor, broker) = a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
5. (agent, federal agent) = any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau
6. (agentive role, agent) = the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause