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The Clue

Put-down (4 letter answer)

The Answer

SLAP

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Notes

The answer SLAP is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.

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Definition

SLAP as a noun:

1. (slap, smack) = a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
2. (smack, smacking, slap) = the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand

SLAP as a verb:

1. hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand; "The impatient teacher slapped the student"; "a gunshot slapped him on the forehead"

SLAP as an adverb:

1. (bang, slap, slapdash, smack, bolt) = directly; "he ran bang into the pole"; "ran slap into her"