NYT Crossword · 10 Across
“Crotchety sort” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, January 25, 2011 as 10 Across. The answer has 4 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 · Tuesday, January 25, 2011 · 10 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Crotchety sort”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with C and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Crotchety sort” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 25, 2011, at 10 Across.
What is the answer to the “Crotchety sort” crossword clue?
The answer is CRAB (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.