NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Fork-tailed fliers” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, October 29, 2008 as 12 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Wednesday, October 29, 2008 · 12 Down
Every time this clue appeared
- Oct 29, 2008 · 12 Down · 5 letters
- Apr 21, 2002 · 29 Across · 5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Fork-tailed fliers”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with T and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Fork-tailed fliers” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at 12 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Fork-tailed fliers” crossword clue?
The answer is TERNS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.