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Kind of effect that deflects motion in one direction in the Northern Hemisphere and the opposite in the Southern Hemisphere [with a hint to this puzzle's shaded squares] (crossword clue)

8 squares · NYT Crossword · September 27, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 27, 2026 (49 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 8 squares

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C _ _ _ _ _ _ _

First and last letters

C _ _ _ _ _ _ S

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