Operating principle Crossword Clue

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Operating principle Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. any system of principles or beliefs

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

OPERATING (adjective)
1. being in effect or operation
PRINCIPLE (noun)
1. (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
2. rule of personal conduct

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51. Leftover schmutz

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