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The Clue
Specious reasoners (8 letter answer)
The Answer
ERISTICS
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Notes
The answer ERISTICS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
ERISTIC as a noun:
1. (disputant, controversialist, eristic) = a person who disputes; who is good at or enjoys controversy
2. the art of logical disputation (especially if specious)