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1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 74% | 10 | Descriptive of the time when the sun is at its greatest or least distance from the celestial equator | |
3 | 53% | 11 | Astrological term for the four points of the year when the Sun is at maximum distance from the celestial equator | |
Time In June And December When The Sun Is At Its Greatest Distance From The Celestial Equator Crossword Clue
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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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