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noun • a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday | ||||||||
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noun • (Briticism) a grand formal party on an important occasion | ||||||||
| 42% | 12 | Fragrant and spicy, like hot cross buns | ||||||
adjective satellite • smelling of spices | ||||||||
When Hot Cross Buns Are Eaten Crossword Clue
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LENT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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LENT
Updated: October 11, 2023
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