NYT Crossword · 5 Down
“Flags down” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, January 20, 2017 as 5 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 · Friday, January 20, 2017 · 5 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Flags down”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with H and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Flags down” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 20, 2017, at 5 Down.
What is the answer to the “Flags down” crossword clue?
The answer is HAILS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.