NYT Midi Crossword · 17 Down
“Float up and down” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Midi Crossword for Tuesday, May 12, 2026 as 17 Down. The answer has 3 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Midi · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 17 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Float up and down”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with B and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Float up and down” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Midi Crossword on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 17 Down.
What is the answer to the “Float up and down” crossword clue?
The answer is BOB (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.