NYT Crossword · 74 Across
“Avoid a scalping?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, October 7, 2012 as 74 Across. The answer has 13 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, October 7, 2012 · 74 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Avoid a scalping?”?
The answer has 13 letters. It starts with E and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Avoid a scalping?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 7, 2012, at 74 Across.
What is the answer to the “Avoid a scalping?” crossword clue?
The answer is ESCAPEHATCHET (13 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.