Philosopher who posited that the simplest explanation is the most likely one Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% OCCAM Philosopher who posited that the simplest explanation is the most likely one (5) New York Times Sep 23, 2020
3% MEREST Simplest, slightest (6) (6) The Sun Mini May 5, 2026
3% DRINKER One who likes a tipple (7) Puzzler Backwords Apr 25, 2026
3% SUREST Most likely (6) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Apr 2, 2026
2% SISTERLY Manner of nurse who's like one of the family (8) (8) Puzzler Cryptic May 18, 2026
2% STATICCLING Scientific explanation for one's attachment issues? (11) Universal May 17, 2026
2% RENE Philosopher Descartes (4) USA Today May 17, 2026
2% NIETZSCHE Philosopher Friedrich (9) The Telegraph Quick May 16, 2026
2% USED Like most of the merchandise on Depop (4) The Washington Post Mini May 12, 2026
2% KANT Philosopher Immanuel (4) Thomas Joseph May 9, 2026

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