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noun • a presocratic Greek philosopher and astronomer (who predicted an eclipse in 585 BC) who was said by Aristotle to be the founder of physical science; he held that all things originated in water (624-546 BC) | ||||||||
| 40% | 8 | The ancient Greek philosopher known for his Socratic method | ||||||
noun • ancient Athenian philosopher; teacher of Plato and Xenophon (470-399 BC) | ||||||||
| 40% | 7 | Ancient Greek philosopher who developed the Socratic method | ||||||
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Pre Socratic Philosopher Crossword Clue
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THALES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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THALES
Updated: October 11, 2023
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| New York Times06 Dec 2008 | Down 45 | |
| New York Times18 Mar 2001 | Across 114 | |
| New York Times14 Mar 1996 | Down 51 | |
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