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noun • a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface) • a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary | ||||||||
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noun • a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand | ||||||||
| 24% | 7 | Resembling sand or having sand-like characteristics | ||||||
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Retreats In The Sand Crossword Clue
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OASES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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OASES
Updated: January 4, 2024
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