NYT Crossword · 63 Down
“A cipher needs one” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, December 18, 2013 as 63 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 · Wednesday, December 18, 2013 · 63 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “A cipher needs one”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with K and ends with Y, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “A cipher needs one” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at 63 Down.
What is the answer to the “A cipher needs one” crossword clue?
The answer is KEY (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.