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The Clue
Surgery need (5 letter answer)
The Answer
CLAMP
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Notes
The answer CLAMP is uncommon, appearing about once every 475 puzzles.
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Definition
CLAMP as a noun:
1. (clamp, clinch) = a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together
CLAMP as a verb:
1. fasten or fix with a clamp; "clamp the chair together until the glue has hardened"
2. impose or inflict forcefully; "The military government clamped a curfew onto the capital"