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noun • a literary composition of poor quality that was written quickly to make money (to boil the pot) | ||||
| 23% | 7 | Fine cambric whose name derives from its reputed maker or from its use in Christian immersion rituals | ||
noun • a thin plain-weave cotton or linen fabric; used for shirts or dresses | ||||
| 22% | 6 | ___-lettres (fine literature) | ||
noun • a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals | ||||
Fine Literature Its Not
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POTBOILER which was last seen in the New York Times NYT crossword.
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POTBOILER
Updated: October 11, 2023
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