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The Clue
Whodunit motive, perhaps (7 letter answer)
The Answer
REVENGE
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Notes
The answer REVENGE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.
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Definition
REVENGE as a noun:
1. (retaliation, revenge) = action taken in return for an injury or offense
REVENGE as a verb:
1. (revenge, avenge, retaliate) = take revenge for a perceived wrong; "He wants to avenge the murder of his brother"