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The Clue

Tick's cousin (4 letter answer)

The Answer

MITE

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Notes

The answer MITE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 190 puzzles.

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Definition

MITE as a noun:

1. (touch, hint, tinge, mite, pinch, jot, speck, soupcon) = a slight but appreciable addition; "this dish could use a touch of garlic"
2. any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods