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Geologic Formations Crossword Clue
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TERRANES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TERRANES
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "TERRANES" which means:
- noun
- • A block of the earth's crust that differs from the surrounding material, and is separated from it by faults.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The study of terranes helps geologists understand the complex history of earth's crust."
- • "The collision of two terranes resulted in the formation of the himalayan mountain range."
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| New York Times16 May 1977 | Down 4 | |
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