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The Clue

Ruler (6 letter answer)

The Answer

REGENT

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Notes

The answer REGENT is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.

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Definition

REGENT as a noun:

1. (regent, trustee) = members of a governing board
2. someone who rules during the absence or incapacity or minority of the country's monarch

REGENT as an adjective:

1. acting or functioning as a regent or ruler; "prince-regent"