Philosopher Working For A Group With A Common Purpose Crossword Clue

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

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	30%	10		A group of people working together towards a common goal or purpose
3	30%	5		A small group of people working together for a common purpose

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "PLATOON" which means:

noun

• A military unit that is a subdivision of a company; usually has a headquarters and two or more squads; usually commanded by a lieutenant
• A team of policemen working under the military platoon system
• A group of persons who are engaged in a common activity

verb

• To alternate starts with a teammate of opposite handedness, depending on the handedness of the opposing pitcher
• Of self-driving vehicles: to travel in a close convoy, each vehicle communicating electronically with the others.

An example sentence would be:

• "The platoon marched in perfect formation."
• "His brother served in the infantry platoon during the war."

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Clue Last Found In...

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The Guardian Cryptic01 Sep 2015	Down 3
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