NYT Crossword · 87 Across
“Do a takeoff on” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, May 23, 1999 as 87 Across. 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 · Sunday, May 23, 1999 · 87 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Do a takeoff on”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with A and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Do a takeoff on” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 23, 1999, at 87 Across.
What is the answer to the “Do a takeoff on” crossword clue?
The answer is APE (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.