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adjective satellite • having a defect • markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior • not working properly | ||||
| 41% | 4 | Flawed data input providing flawed output | ||
noun • (computer science) a rule stating that the quality of the output is a function of the quality of the input; put garbage in and you get garbage out | ||||
| 29% | 7 | One in force using force, if forced? | ||
noun • any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command • someone who is appointed or elected to an office and who holds a position of trust • a member of a police force • a person authorized to serve in a position of authority on a vessel verb • direct or command as an officer | ||||
Flawed Officer Using Force For The First Time
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DEFECTIVE which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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DEFECTIVE
Updated: March 13, 2025
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