NYT Crossword · 8 Down
“Completely off-base” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, August 26, 2020 as 8 Down. The answer has 6 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, August 26, 2020 · 8 Down
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- Aug 26, 2020 · 8 Down · 6 letters
- Aug 15, 2000 · 2 Down · 6 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Completely off-base”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with A and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Completely off-base” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at 8 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Completely off-base” crossword clue?
The answer is ALLWET (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.