___ as directed Crossword Clue

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___ as directed Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one’s own advantage
2. (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
(verb)
1. use up, consume fully
2. avail oneself to

Hint 2: Clue Definition

DIRECTED (adjective)
1. manageable by a supervising agent
2. (often used in combination) having a specified direction

Hint 3: Anagram

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