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7 letters · New York Times · Thursday, March 26, 2020 · 39-Down
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Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 26, 2020 · 39-Down · 7 letters
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United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926)
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