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Deputy Didnt Last Long In Charge Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SECOND-IN-COMMAND" which means:
- noun
- • Someone who relieves a commander
An example sentence would be:
- • "The second-in-command is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations."
- • "The company's second-in-command is expected to make important decisions in the absence of the ceo."
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The Guardian Cryptic01 Feb 2010 | Down 8 | |
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