NYT Crossword · 34 Down
“___ close second (almost won)” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, August 1, 2010 as 34 Down. The answer has 4 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, August 1, 2010 · 34 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “___ close second (almost won)”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with R and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “___ close second (almost won)” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 1, 2010, at 34 Down.
What is the answer to the “___ close second (almost won)” crossword clue?
The answer is RANA (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.