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The Clue
The Beatles' "I'm a ___" (5 letter answer)
The Answer
LOSER
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Notes
The answer LOSER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Unlucky one
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Defeated contestant
Defeated pitcher
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The hare, notably
McGovern, in 1972
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Word with sore
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He may be sore
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One who can't catch a break
One who doesn't go past a semi?
Definition
LOSER as a noun:
1. (loser, also-ran) = a contestant who loses the contest
2. (failure, loser, nonstarter, unsuccessful person) = a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
3. a gambler who loses a bet