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The Clue

Round stopper (3 letter answer)

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TKO

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The answer TKO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 130 puzzles.

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Definition

TKO as a noun:

1. (technical knockout, TKO) = a knockout declared by the referee who judges one boxer unable to continue