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The Clue
Regret of a reformed thief? (9 letter answer)
The Answer
MISTAKING
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Notes
The answer MISTAKING is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
MISTAKING as a noun:
1. (misinterpretation, misunderstanding, mistaking) = putting the wrong interpretation on; "his misinterpretation of the question caused his error"; "there was no mistaking her meaning"
MISTAKE as a verb:
1. (mistake, misidentify) = identify incorrectly; "Don't mistake her for her twin sister"
2. (err, mistake, slip) = to make a mistake or be incorrect