NYT Crossword · 49 Down
“Detects a rat?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, May 23, 2000 as 49 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 · Tuesday, May 23, 2000 · 49 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Detects a rat?”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with S and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Detects a rat?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 23, 2000, at 49 Down.
What is the answer to the “Detects a rat?” crossword clue?
The answer is SMELLS (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.