Tetanus, by another name Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Thursday, July 18, 2024 · 25-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, July 18, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 18, 2024 · 25-Across · 7 letters
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an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages
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