Sometimes-bad bacteria Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, August 29, 2016 · 15-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, August 29, 2016.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 29, 2016 · 15-Across · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
Escherichia coli, a species of bacteria.
noun
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