Shield Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, October 9, 2024 · 52-Across
Appeared in 5 New York Times Crosswords between March 1994 and October 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 9, 2024 · 52-Across · 7 letters
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shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage; "Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain"
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7 lettersUse ? for blanks. Example: C?S?O?
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