NYT Crossword · 97 Across
“"Catch-22" topic” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, August 30, 2026 as 97 Across. The answer has 3 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 30, 2026 · 97 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “"Catch-22" topic”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with W and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “"Catch-22" topic” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 97 Across.
What is the answer to the “"Catch-22" topic” crossword clue?
The answer is WAR (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.