Olympic event for which the world record stands at a little over 20 feet Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Monday, September 27, 2021 · 17-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, September 27, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 27, 2021 · 17-Across · 9 letters
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a competition that involves jumping over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole
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