Politician on way back – threat to the cabinet? Crossword Clue

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Politician on way back – threat to the cabinet? Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

CABINET (noun)
1. a storage compartment for clothes and valuables; usually it has a lock
2. housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television
POLITICIAN (noun)
1. a person active in party politics
2. a leader engaged in civil administration

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