Interest of Marco Polo, with "the" Crossword Clue

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Interest of Marco Polo, with "the" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the countries of Asia
2. the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees
(adjective)
1. situated in or facing or moving toward the east

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

INTEREST (verb)
1. be on the mind of
2. be of importance or consequence
INTEREST (noun)
1. a reason for wanting something done
2. a diversion that occupies one’s time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
POLO (noun)
1. Venetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324)
2. a game similar to field hockey but played on horseback using long-handled mallets and a wooden ball

Hint 3: Anagram

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

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Down

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