"I've had a breakthrough!" Crossword Clue

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"I've had a breakthrough!" Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

BREAKTHROUGH (noun)
1. a productive insight
2. a penetration of a barrier such as an enemy’s defense

Hint 2: Anagram

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

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