City in Illinois's "Little Egypt" region Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, January 17, 2026 · 28-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 17, 2026 · 28-Across · 5 letters
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the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa; a major port just to the south of the Nile delta; formerly the home of the Pharaohs
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