The heart of the matter? Crossword Clue

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The heart of the matter? Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

MATTER (noun)
1. a vaguely specified concern
2. some situation or event that is thought about
MATTER (verb)
1. have weight; have import, carry weight
HEART (noun)
1. the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body
2. the courage to carry on

Hint 2: Anagram

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

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42. 'Begone!'

43. Condiment for fish and chips (... letters 2-5)

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50. Kind of tide

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Down

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