"Want me to leave?" Crossword Clue

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"Want me to leave?" Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

WANT (verb)
1. have need of
2. feel or have a desire for; want strongly
WANT (noun)
1. anything that is necessary but lacking
2. a state of extreme poverty
LEAVE (verb)
1. leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking
2. remove oneself from an association with or participation in
LEAVE (noun)
1. the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty
2. the act of departing politely

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