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| 3 | 44% | 9 | These astronomical events mark the longest and shortest days of the year | |
Shortest Or Longest Day Of The Year Crossword Clue
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SOLSTICE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SOLSTICE
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "SOLSTICE" which means:
- noun
- • Either of the two times of the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator
An example sentence would be:
- • "The summer solstice is the longest day of the year."
- • "The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year."
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| The Guardian Quick24 Feb 2004 | Across 18 | |
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