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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]

The New York Times crossword clue “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]” answer is CORIOLIS. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.

ANSWER
8 lettersMost recent: September 27 2026

In the NYT Crossword

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About this clue

The clue “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]” resolves to CORIOLIS, a 8-letter answer. In the New York Times Crossword, Midi and Mini, the same clue can be reused over the years, sometimes with a different answer — use the dates above to find the exact puzzle you are solving.

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