NYT Crossword · 26 Down
“4-Down necessity” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, August 14, 1998 as 26 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 Crossword · Friday, August 14, 1998 · 26 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “4-Down necessity”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with A and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “4-Down necessity” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 14, 1998, at 26 Down.
What is the answer to the “4-Down necessity” crossword clue?
The answer is AIR (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.