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The Clue

Roll-call no-show (4 letter answer)

The Answer

AWOL

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Notes

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

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Definition

AWOL as a noun:

1. one who is away or absent without leave

AWOL as an adjective:

1. (truant, awol) = absent without permission; "truant schoolboys"; "the soldier was AWOL for almost a week"
2. having deserted your post or station without leave