Evolution theorist ... or what the circled letters are evolving toward? Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, August 21, 2018 · 69-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, August 21, 2018.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 21, 2018 · 69-Across · 6 letters
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English natural scientist who formulated a theory of evolution by natural selection (1809-1882)
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