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Us Political Scandal Involving A Fictional Sheik Crossword Clue
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ABSCAM which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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ABSCAM
Updated: October 11, 2023
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| New York Times17 Mar 2010 | Across 1 | ABSCAM |
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