Earned a gold star on Crossword Clue

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Earned a gold star on Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

EARNED (adjective)
1. gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action
STAR (verb)
1. mark with an asterisk
2. be the star in a performance
STAR (adjective)
1. indicating the most important performer or role
STAR (noun)
1. a star-shaped character * used in printing
2. the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub

Hint 2: Anagram

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CADE

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