Clever tactic Crossword Clue

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Clever tactic Crossword Answer

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RUSE

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Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a maneuver in a game or conversation
2. an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TACTIC (noun)
1. a plan for attaining a particular goal
CLEVER (adjective)
1. showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
2. showing inventiveness and skill

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

RUSE
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
POLY

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