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Obscure Phenomenon Exciting Astronomers Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ECLIPSE" which means:
- noun
- • One celestial body obscures another verb
- • Be greater in significance than
- • Cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention
An example sentence would be:
- • "The solar eclipse could be seen from our backyard."
- • "The lunar eclipse lasted for several hours."
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Telegraph Cryptic26 Jan 2024 | Down 22 | |
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