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The Clue
Wishful one (5 letter answer)
The Answer
HOPER
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Notes
The answer HOPER is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.
Related Clues
Aspirant
Expectant one
One with expectations
Optimist
One with fingers crossed
Definition
HOPER as a noun:
1. a person who hopes; "only an avid hoper could expect the team to win now"