NYT Crossword · 20 Across
“*Acts phony” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, December 19, 2018 as 20 Across. The answer has 9 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 19, 2018 · 20 Across
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Across
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Down
- 1Ones always tossing things back? crossword clue4 letters
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- 26Cartoon uncle of Scrappy-Doo, informally crossword clue5 letters
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- 30Big rigs crossword clue5 letters
- 31Young slave girl in "Uncle Tom's Cabin" crossword clue5 letters
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- 44Besides crossword clue3 letters
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- 48Danger crossword clue5 letters
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- 55Average guy? crossword clue4 letters
- 58Pasture crossword clue3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “*Acts phony”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with S and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “*Acts phony” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at 20 Across.
What is the answer to the “*Acts phony” crossword clue?
The answer is SYCOPHANT (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.