First or third quarter phenomenon Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Saturday, January 31, 2004 · 12-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, January 31, 2004.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 31, 2004 · 12-Down · 8 letters
NEAPTIDE0 of 8 letters revealed
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a less than average tide occurring at the first and third quarters of the moon
noun
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