NYT Crossword · 85 Down
“Boxed a bit” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 6, 2020 as 85 Down. The answer has 7 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 6, 2020 · 85 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Boxed a bit”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with S and ends with D, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Boxed a bit” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 6, 2020, at 85 Down.
What is the answer to the “Boxed a bit” crossword clue?
The answer is SPARRED (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.