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The Clue
Subtle change (9 letter answer)
The Answer
GRADATION
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Notes
The answer GRADATION is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Related Clues
Shift in steps
Definition
GRADATION as a noun:
1. (gradation, step) = relative position in a graded series; "always a step behind"; "subtle gradations in color"; "keep in step with the fashions"
2. (grade, gradation) = a degree of ablaut
3. (gradation, graduation) = the act of arranging in grades