An element, to the ancients Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, January 7, 2004 · 14-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, January 7, 2004.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 7, 2004 · 14-Across · 5 letters
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once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
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