“Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OASES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 20, 2025, where it runs at 25 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 20, 2025 grid10DMarketplace with stalls6 ltrs›11DOccasion for a percussionist to shine8 ltrs›22DTime unit aptly hidden in "paleontology"3 ltrs›26DUniversity in North Carolina4 ltrs›27DDifficult, tiring work4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 20, 20251AApple tablet4 ltrs›5AFacing the pitcher5 ltrs›10ATime to blow out the candles on a cake, informally4 ltrs›14AInformal eatery4 ltrs›15AThanks, in France5 ltrs›16ASinger Guthrie4 ltrs›17ASays 2 + 2 = 5, e.g.4 ltrs›18AWedding cake figurine5 ltrs›
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