NYT Crossword · 52 Down
“First phase” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, September 3, 2017 as 52 Down. The answer has 7 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, September 3, 2017 · 52 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “First phase”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with N and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “First phase” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at 52 Down.
What is the answer to the “First phase” crossword clue?
The answer is NEWMOON (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.