NYT Crossword · 8 Down
“Compass heading” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, October 1, 2024 as 8 Down. 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Tuesday, October 1, 2024 · 8 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Oct 1, 2024 · 8 Down · 3 letters
- Jul 18, 2012 · 27 Across · 4 letters
- Jan 11, 2009 · 53 Across · 3 letters
- Jul 28, 2005 · 42 Down · 3 letters
- Aug 12, 2004 · 27 Across · 3 letters
- Jun 9, 2004 · 28 Down · 3 letters
- Jan 20, 2004 · 37 Down · 3 letters
- Jul 5, 2003 · 23 Across · 3 letters
- Jul 16, 2000 · 37 Across · 3 letters
- Aug 22, 1999 · 72 Across · 3 letters
- Aug 31, 1997 · 108 Down · 3 letters
- Jun 5, 1997 · 37 Down · 3 letters
- Apr 29, 1997 · 42 Across · 3 letters
- May 2, 1996 · 28 Down · 3 letters
- Sep 3, 1995 · 28 Down · 3 letters
- May 10, 1995 · 38 Across · 3 letters
- Dec 15, 1994 · 22 Across · 3 letters
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Across
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Down
- 1Play a part, or a play part crossword clue3 letters
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- 10Against the rules crossword clue5 letters
- 11Greed crossword clue7 letters
- 12Pesto ingredient crossword clue7 letters
- 13Many website banners crossword clue3 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Compass heading”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with E and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Compass heading” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 8 Down. It has appeared 17 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Compass heading” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is ESE. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.