NYT Crossword · 42 Across
“Back-and-forth, for short” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, November 21, 2002 as 42 Across. The answer has 5 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 · Thursday, November 21, 2002 · 42 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Back-and-forth, for short”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with Q and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Back-and-forth, for short” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 21, 2002, at 42 Across.
What is the answer to the “Back-and-forth, for short” crossword clue?
The answer is QANDA (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.