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The Clue
Treats inadequately (6 letter answer)
The Answer
SCANTS
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Notes
The answer SCANTS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
SCANT as a verb:
1. (skimp, scant) = work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially
2. (scant, skimp) = limit in quality or quantity
3. (stint, skimp, scant) = supply sparingly and with restricted quantities; "sting with the allowance"