NYT Crossword · 53 Down
“Elliptical path” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, January 25, 2006 as 53 Down. The answer has 5 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 · Wednesday, January 25, 2006 · 53 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Elliptical path”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with O and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Elliptical path” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at 53 Down.
What is the answer to the “Elliptical path” crossword clue?
The answer is ORBIT (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.