Planetary Shadow During An Eclipse Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	noun • a region of complete shadow resulting from total obstruction of light
	52%	14		This eclipse happens when the Moon's shadow does not reach the Earth's surface, resulting in a partial eclipse
	noun • only a thin outer disk of the sun can be seen
	40%	8		Form of celestial object shadow during an eclipse
	noun • any shape resembling the curved shape of the moon in its first or last quarters adjective satellite • resembling the new moon in shape

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