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5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, June 3, 2001 · 68-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, June 3, 2001.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 3, 2001 · 68-Across · 5 letters
EGYPT0 of 5 letters revealed
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an ancient empire to the west of Israel; centered on the Nile River and ruled by a Pharaoh; figured in many events described in the Old Testament
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