Thanksgiving

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