A big name in astronomy?(4 letters)
Below is the answer to the crossword clue “A big name in astronomy?”, taken from the Evening Standard's Cryptic crossword on 19th December 2025.
The answer is
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T
A
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Other clues from the same Evening Standard Cryptic crossword on 19th December 2025. Tap Reveal to see an answer, or click the clue to open its own page.
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- #5 down Is revealed when one makes one's exit (5,3)
- #6 down A refutation issued from home? (4,6)
- #7 down The cleaner the better half will hire (7)
- #8 down Shipwrecked and icy cold (2,3,5)
- #9 across While gaining ground previously (2,7)
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- #11 down I came in very damp (5)