NYT Crossword · 48 Down
“Hangs back” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, November 27, 2014 as 48 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.
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NYT Crossword · Thursday, November 27, 2014 · 48 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Nov 27, 2014 · 48 Down · 4 letters
- Oct 17, 1998 · 3 Down · 9 letters
- Dec 7, 1997 · 70 Across · 7 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Hangs back”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with L and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Hangs back” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 27, 2014, at 48 Down. It has appeared 3 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Hangs back” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is LAGS. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.