Symbol of sternness Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Saturday, May 29, 1999 · 30-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, May 29, 1999.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 29, 1999 · 30-Across · 8 letters
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What does this clue mean?
Firmness, inflexibility, sternness.
noun
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