Primary pipes Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, December 18, 2022 · 8-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, December 18, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 18, 2022 · 8-Down · 5 letters
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a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage
noun
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