Before the procedure, informally Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, April 19, 2012 · 5-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, April 19, 2012.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 19, 2012 · 5-Across · 5 letters
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Happening before an operation.
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