The Mating Game Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	noun • weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat • a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king
	23%	11		Game birds known for their elaborate mating displays
	noun • grouse
	23%	8		Fish that sings when mating
	noun • either of two large northern marine mammals having ivory tusks and tough hide over thick blubber • small fish with horse-like heads bent sharply downward and curled tails; swim in upright position

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New York Times05 Jan 2022	Down 27
New York Times14 May 2007	Across 42
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