NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“Explode like a puffball” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, December 15, 2010 as 11 Down. The answer has 9 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, December 15, 2010 · 11 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Explode like a puffball”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with B and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Explode like a puffball” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at 11 Down.
What is the answer to the “Explode like a puffball” crossword clue?
The answer is BURSTOPEN (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.