Promise Not Freely Given Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 14, 2023

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	noun • a promise • a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group • (law) a conditional release from imprisonment that entitles the person to serve the remainder of the sentence outside the prison as long as the terms of release are complied with verb • release a criminal from detention and place him on parole
	24%	10		Consideration given in return for a promise
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	24%	8		Not freely or willingly given
	adjective satellite • of especially an attitude • petty or reluctant in giving or spending

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The Guardian Cryptic17 Sep 2007	Down 21
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