The Clue
Welcomed to the fold (9 letter answer)
The Answer
INITIATED
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Notes
The answer INITIATED is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
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Definition
INITIATE as a verb:
1. (originate, initiate, start) = bring into being; "He initiated a new program"; "Start a foundation"
2. (initiate, pioneer) = take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of; "This South African surgeon pioneered heart transplants"
3. (initiate, induct) = accept young people into society, usually with some rite; "African men are initiated when they reach puberty"
4. (broach, initiate) = bring up a topic for discussion
5. (lead up, initiate) = prepare the way for; "Hitler's attack on Poland led up to World War II"