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5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, November 9, 2023 · 16-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, November 9, 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 9, 2023 · 16-Across · 5 letters
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Escherichia coli, a species of bacteria.
noun
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