NYT Crossword · 71 Down
“Deception” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 15, 2024 as 71 Down. 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 · Sunday, December 15, 2024 · 71 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Dec 15, 2024 · 71 Down · 4 letters
- Mar 28, 2021 · 45 Down · 5 letters
- Jan 2, 2016 · 30 Across · 4 letters
- May 13, 2012 · 53 Down · 4 letters
- Jan 15, 2007 · 14 Across · 4 letters
- Nov 5, 2006 · 133 Down · 4 letters
- Jun 12, 2006 · 11 Down · 4 letters
- Nov 10, 2004 · 25 Down · 4 letters
- Aug 12, 1997 · 24 Down · 4 letters
- May 28, 1997 · 64 Across · 3 letters
- Feb 4, 1996 · 1 Across · 4 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Deception”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with F and ends with M, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Deception” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 71 Down. It has appeared 11 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Deception” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is FLAM. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.