"A winner … almost" Crossword Clue
15 letters · New York Times · Friday, May 27, 2005 · 30-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, May 27, 2005.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 27, 2005 · 30-Across · 15 letters
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Used to indicate that one is almost correct or has almost succeeded, but not quite.
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