NYT Crossword · 51 Down
“Bad-tempered and combative” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, November 8, 2022 as 51 Down. The answer has 6 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, November 8, 2022 · 51 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Bad-tempered and combative”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with O and ends with Y, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Bad-tempered and combative” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at 51 Down.
What is the answer to the “Bad-tempered and combative” crossword clue?
The answer is ORNERY (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.