The Clue
They may get in the way of an agreement (4 letter answer)
The Answer
EGOS
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Notes
The answer EGOS is seen frequently, appearing about once every 70 puzzles.
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Garry Trudeau's "Check Your ___ at the Door"
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Definition
EGO as a noun:
1. (ego, egotism, self-importance) = an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others
2. (self, ego) = your consciousness of your own identity
3. (psychoanalysis) the conscious mind