Charming first encounter in a rom-com Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Monday, October 14, 2024 · 37-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, October 14, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 14, 2024 · 37-Down · 8 letters
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A situation in a film, television series, etc., in which a potential romantic couple meet for the first time in a way that is considered adorable, amusing, or cute.
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