Create a clean slate? Crossword Clue

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Create a clean slate? Crossword Answer

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Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing
2. wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SLATE (noun)
1. thin layers of rock used for roofing
2. a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices
SLATE (verb)
1. cover with slate
2. designate or schedule
CREATE (verb)
1. create by artistic means
2. make or cause to be or to become

Hint 3: Anagram

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

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