Strategic bodies of water Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, January 7, 2022 · 59-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, January 7, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 7, 2022 · 59-Across · 5 letters
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ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water
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