NYT Crossword · 7 Down
“Contract necessity: Abbr.” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, May 15, 2003 as 7 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.
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NYT Crossword · Thursday, May 15, 2003 · 7 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Contract necessity: Abbr.”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with S and ends with G, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Contract necessity: Abbr.” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 15, 2003, at 7 Down.
What is the answer to the “Contract necessity: Abbr.” crossword clue?
The answer is SIG (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.