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The Clue
Wrong that's adjudicated in court (4 letter answer)
The Answer
TORT
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Notes
The answer TORT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 120 puzzles.
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Makings of a suit
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Suable wrong
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Suit material, perhaps
Definition
TORT as a noun:
1. (tort, civil wrong) = (law) any wrongdoing for which an action for damages may be brought