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The Clue
Softens in water, in a way (4 letter answer)
The Answer
RETS
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Notes
The answer RETS is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.
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Dampens flax
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Soaks to loosen fibers
Makes flax more lax
Definition
RET as a verb:
1. place (flax, hemp, or jute) in liquid so as to promote loosening of the fibers form the woody tissue