NYT Crossword · 44 Down
“Extract by force” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, January 5, 1999 as 44 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 · Tuesday, January 5, 1999 · 44 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Extract by force”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with W and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Extract by force” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 5, 1999, at 44 Down.
What is the answer to the “Extract by force” crossword clue?
The answer is WREST (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.