NYT Crossword · 36 Down
“___-upper” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 5, 2010 as 36 Down. 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 · Sunday, December 5, 2010 · 36 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “___-upper”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with F and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “___-upper” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 5, 2010, at 36 Down.
What is the answer to the “___-upper” crossword clue?
The answer is FIXER (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.