NYT Crossword · 2 Down
“1979 sci-fi hit” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, August 16, 1994 as 2 Down. The answer has 5 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 Crossword · Tuesday, August 16, 1994 · 2 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “1979 sci-fi hit”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with A and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “1979 sci-fi hit” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 16, 1994, at 2 Down.
What is the answer to the “1979 sci-fi hit” crossword clue?
The answer is ALIEN (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.