NYT Crossword · 2 Down
“Free throw target” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, October 5, 2017 as 2 Down. The answer has 4 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 · Thursday, October 5, 2017 · 2 Down
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Across
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Down
- 1Mental acuity crossword clue4 letters
- 3About crossword clue4 letters
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- 53Whiskey drink crossword clue4 letters
- 54Drop crossword clue4 letters
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- 56Stopped working crossword clue4 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Free throw target”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with H and ends with P, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Free throw target” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 2 Down.
What is the answer to the “Free throw target” crossword clue?
The answer is HOOP (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.