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Having A Record In Tax Becomes Second In Command Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DEPUTY" which means:
- noun
- • Someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
- • An assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
- • A member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in france)
- • A person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others verb
- • To deputise
An example sentence would be:
- • "The sheriff appointed a new deputy to assist with the investigation."
- • "The deputy mayor announced the new city-wide initiative."
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The Guardian Cryptic08 Dec 2005 | Down 16 | |
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