Cause of many California earthquakes Crossword Clue
15 letters · New York Times · Monday, December 5, 2022 · 39-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, December 5, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 5, 2022 · 39-Across · 15 letters
SANANDREASFAULT0 of 15 letters revealed
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a major geological fault in California; runs from San Diego to San Francisco; the source of serious earthquakes
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