NYT Crossword · 27 Down
“Chuck Yeager's breakthrough” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, January 5, 2011 as 27 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 · Wednesday, January 5, 2011 · 27 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Chuck Yeager's breakthrough”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with M and ends with I, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Chuck Yeager's breakthrough” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at 27 Down.
What is the answer to the “Chuck Yeager's breakthrough” crossword clue?
The answer is MACHI (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.