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adjective satellite • containing oil | ||||||||
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noun • A micaceous phyllosilicate clay mineral with aggregates of grey or white monoclinic crystals. | ||||||||
| 41% | 9 | A common mineral in some types of shales and phyllites | ||||||
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Like Some Shales Help To Keep The Wheels Turning Crossword Clue
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OILBEARING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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OILBEARING
Updated: October 14, 2023
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