Sheikh-down of the F.B.I.? Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Friday, May 10, 2019 · 37-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, May 10, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 10, 2019 · 37-Down · 6 letters
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