Congo, formerly Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, November 12, 2012 · 32-Down
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between March 2005 and November 2012.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 12, 2012 · 32-Down · 5 letters
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a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960
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