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Noble Gas Used In Propelling Ion Thrusters Crossword Clue
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XENON which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
XENON
Updated: February 15, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "XENON" which means:
- noun
- • A colorless odorless inert gaseous element occurring in the earth's atmosphere in trace amounts
An example sentence would be:
- • "The headlights of the car were equipped with xenon bulbs."
- • "Scientists are researching the potential use of xenon in anesthesia."
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| New York Times16 Feb 2024 | Down 24 | |
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