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The Clue

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The Answer

NINETEEN

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Notes

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

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Definition

NINETEEN as a noun:

1. (nineteen, 19, XIX) = the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one

NINETEEN as an adjective:

1. (nineteen, 19, xix) = being one more than eighteen