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The Clue
Self puller-upper (9 letter answer)
The Answer
BOOTSTRAP
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Notes
The answer BOOTSTRAP is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
BOOTSTRAP as a noun:
1. a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on
BOOTSTRAP as a verb:
1. help oneself, often through improvised means