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The Clue

Substitute, in law (5 letter answer)

The Answer

PROXY

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Notes

The answer PROXY is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1000 puzzles.

Related Clues

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Representative
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Definition

PROXY as a noun:

1. (proxy, placeholder, procurator) = a person authorized to act for another
2. a power of attorney document given by shareholders of a corporation authorizing a specific vote on their behalf at a corporate meeting