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5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, July 26, 2026 · 75-Across

Appeared in 4 New York Times Crosswords between February 2000 and July 2026.

Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 26, 2026 · 75-Across · 5 letters

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characterized by dignity and propriety

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SEEMLY6 letters
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Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between February 2000 and November 2025.
GENTEEL7 letters
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Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, June 19, 2016.

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