Supporting strips in construction Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Saturday, August 6, 2022 · 35-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, August 6, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 6, 2022 · 35-Down · 7 letters
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a strip fixed to something to hold it firm
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