Overly lenient Crossword Clue

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Overly lenient Crossword Answer

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LAX

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SOFT

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(adjective)
1. tolerant or lenient
2. being favorably inclined

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LENIENT (adjective)
1. tolerant or lenient
2. characterized by tolerance and mercy
OVERLY (adverb)
1. to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

LAX
(3 letters)
SOFT
(4 letters)

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