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A Turning Point Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SOLSTICE" which means:
- noun
- • Either of the two times of the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator
An example sentence would be:
- • "The summer solstice is the longest day of the year."
- • "The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year."
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New York Times06 Jun 1992 | Down 4 | |
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