NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Bombs that don't explode” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, April 24, 2000 as 12 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 · Monday, April 24, 2000 · 12 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Bombs that don't explode”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with D and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Bombs that don't explode” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 24, 2000, at 12 Down.
What is the answer to the “Bombs that don't explode” crossword clue?
The answer is DUDS (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.