NYT Crossword · 5 Down
“Compos ___” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, August 20, 2005 as 5 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 · Saturday, August 20, 2005 · 5 Down
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Compos ___”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with M and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Compos ___” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 20, 2005, at 5 Down.
What is the answer to the “Compos ___” crossword clue?
The answer is MENTIS (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.