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The Clue
Tried to win (5 letter answer)
The Answer
WOOED
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Notes
The answer WOOED is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
WOO as a verb:
1. (woo, court) = seek someone's favor; "China is wooing Russia"
2. (woo, court, romance, solicit) = make amorous advances towards; "John is courting Mary"