Island home of what may be the world's oldest living olive tree (2,000+ years) Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, October 31, 2025 · 37-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, October 31, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 31, 2025 · 37-Down · 5 letters
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the largest Greek island in the Mediterranean; site of the Minoan civilization that reached its peak in 1600 BC
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