NYT Crossword · 89 Down
“87-Down makeup” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, May 11, 2025 as 89 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 · Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 89 Down
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- 30Lass crossword clue7 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “87-Down makeup”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with D and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “87-Down makeup” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 89 Down.
What is the answer to the “87-Down makeup” crossword clue?
The answer is DNA (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.