NYT Crossword · 17 Across
“*Aids for biting” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, May 26, 2026 as 17 Across. The answer has 10 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, May 26, 2026 · 17 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “*Aids for biting”?
The answer has 10 letters. It starts with S and ends with H, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “*Aids for biting” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 17 Across.
What is the answer to the “*Aids for biting” crossword clue?
The answer is SHARPTEETH (10 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.