CIA forerunner Crossword Clue

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FORERUNNER (noun)
1. something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
2. a person who goes before or announces the coming of another
CIA (noun)
1. an independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activities abroad in the national interest; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence under the supervision of the President and National Security Council

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