Locum Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is DEPUTY which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: DEPUTY

Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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3	90%	11		Substitute

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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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Source	#Number	Answer
Telegraph Quick21 Apr 2023	Across 9
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