NYT Crossword · 33 Down
“Draining aid” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, October 16, 2009 as 33 Down. The answer has 8 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 · Friday, October 16, 2009 · 33 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Draining aid”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with C and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Draining aid” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2009, at 33 Down.
What is the answer to the “Draining aid” crossword clue?
The answer is COLANDER (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.