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Mini Crossword Is Joyful and Defiant

Darby Ratliff —
Jul 9, 2025
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    July 9, 2025 at 8:34 am

    10 across I would say that Dr Mario would not be a great example to use there, as it came out on earlier consoles several years prior!!!

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