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5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, July 21, 2001 · 11-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, July 21, 2001.
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fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used; "ripe peaches"; "full-bodied mature wines"
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