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4 letters · New York Times · Monday, July 21, 2025 · 37-Across

Appeared in 11 New York Times Crosswords between December 1993 and July 2025.

Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 21, 2025 · 37-Across · 4 letters

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affected by wear; damaged by long use; "worn threads on the screw"; "a worn suit"; "the worn pockets on the jacket"

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    Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, December 29, 1993.

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