The Clue
Soccer stat (6 letter answer)
The Answer
ASSIST
Tags
Notes
The answer ASSIST is common and appears about once every 350 puzzles.
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Definition
ASSIST as a noun:
1. (aid, assist, assistance, help) = the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "he gave me an assist with the housework"; "could not walk without assistance"; "rescue party went to their aid"; "offered his help in unloading"
2. (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
ASSIST as a verb:
1. (help, assist, aid) = give help or assistance; be of service; "Everyone helped out during the earthquake"; "Can you help me carry this table?"; "She never helps around the house"
2. act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
3. (serve, attend to, wait on, attend, assist) = work for or be a servant to; "May I serve you?"; "She attends the old lady in the wheelchair"; "Can you wait on our table, please?"; "Is a salesperson assisting you?"; "The minister served the King for many years"