Barrel of explosive stuff, or a situation that's ready to blow Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Monday, August 8, 2022 · 52-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, August 8, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 8, 2022 · 52-Across · 9 letters
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a potentially explosive state
noun
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