"A man who, when he smells flowers, looks around for a coffin," per H. L. Mencken Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, March 28, 2017 · 68-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, March 28, 2017.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 28, 2017 · 68-Across · 5 letters
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