Ancient philosopher whose name means "old master" Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% LAOTSE Ancient philosopher whose name means "old master" (6) New York Times Nov 2, 2025
6% JUDO Sport whose name means "gentle way" (4) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Nov 22, 2025
6% SALON Establishment whose name means "lounge" in French (5) New York Times Nov 19, 2025
6% ATOM Particle whose name means "indivisible" (4) Universal Nov 6, 2025
6% TUBA Instrument whose name means "trumpet" in Latin (4) USA Today Nov 1, 2025
6% TORTELLINI Pasta whose name means "little cake" (10) The Atlantic Oct 12, 2025
6% PLATO Ancient Greek philosopher (5) The Telegraph Mini Aug 8, 2025
5% BOXER Ring master? (5) New York Times Nov 23, 2025
5% OLD Ancient (3) Commuter Nov 21, 2025
5% KANT German philosopher (4) The Times Concise Nov 17, 2025

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