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The Clue
Receding object, sometimes (8 letter answer)
The Answer
HAIRLINE
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Notes
The answer HAIRLINE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Forehead border
Receder of note
Recession victim?
This may recede
Very narrow margin
It may get higher with age
Definition
HAIRLINE as a noun:
1. a very thin line
2. the natural margin formed by hair on the head