It opens during the fall Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Saturday, August 31, 2013 · 12-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, August 31, 2013.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 31, 2013 · 12-Down · 9 letters
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rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall
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