Thanksgiving
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- 3. Referring to relatives or close friends, often gathered together to celebrate Thanksgiving.
- 4. Early settlers of America who celebrated the first Thanksgiving in 1621, known for their journey from England.
- 5. A long-established custom or belief passed down through generations, often observed during Thanksgiving.
- 8. The process of gathering ripe crops from the fields, often celebrated during Thanksgiving.
- 10. A large bird traditionally served as the main dish during Thanksgiving meals.
- 11. A sport commonly watched on Thanksgiving, becoming part of the holiday's traditions in the U.S.
- 13. A popular gourd used in various Thanksgiving dishes, especially pumpkin pie.
- 14. Americans Indigenous peoples of the Americas who played a crucial role in the history of Thanksgiving.
- 15. A prayer or expression of gratitude for food and family, commonly said before meals during Thanksgiving.
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- 1. A feeling of thankfulness or appreciation, especially for kindness received.
- 2. A large meal, typically with many dishes, enjoyed in celebration, especially during holidays.
- 6. A symbol of abundance, often depicted as a horn overflowing with fruits and vegetables.
- 7. A national holiday in the United States celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, focusing on gratitude.
- 9. A mixture, often of bread, herbs, and spices, used to fill the cavity of a turkey before cooking.
- 12. A baked dish typically with a pastry crust and filling, often sweet, like apple or pumpkin pie, popular during Thanksgiving.