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The Clue
Wood with a twisted, spiral grain (3 letter answer)
The Answer
ELM
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Notes
The answer ELM is seen frequently, appearing about once every 60 puzzles.
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Definition
ELM as a noun:
1. (elm, elm tree) = any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees
2. (elm, elmwood) = hard tough wood of an elm tree; used for e.g. implements and furniture