Philosopher who posited that the simplest explanation is the most likely one Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, September 23, 2020 · 20-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, September 23, 2020.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 23, 2020 · 20-Across · 5 letters
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English scholastic philosopher and assumed author of Occam's Razor (1285-1349)
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