A Number Rue Wrongful Occupation Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is TENURE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: TENURE

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	6		Exact Match!
2	30%	10		Wrongful occupation of a governing position
3	30%	15		One who engages in wrongful conduct in their occupation

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "TENURE" which means:

noun

• The term during which some position is held
• The right to hold property; part of an ancient hierarchical system of holding lands

verb

• Give life-time employment to

An example sentence would be:

• "After his long tenure as chairman of the company, he decided to retire."
• "The professor received tenure after years of teaching at the university."

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The Guardian Cryptic23 May 2006	Across 26
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