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The Clue
Turning point (7 letter answer)
The Answer
SPINDLE
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Notes
The answer SPINDLE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
SPINDLE as a noun:
1. (biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle; "chromosomes are distributed by spindles in mitosis and meiosis"
2. (spindle, mandrel, mandril, arbor) = any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
3. a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning