Cyclical paradox discussed in "Gödel, Escher, Bach" Crossword Clue
11 letters · New York Times · Monday, April 12, 2021 · 29-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, April 12, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 12, 2021 · 29-Across · 11 letters
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A situation where, by moving only upwards or downwards through a hierarchical system, one finds oneself back where one started. These loops often involve self-reference and paradox.
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