NYT Crossword · 40 Across
“Happened upon” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, February 24, 1997 as 40 Across. The answer has 3 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 · Monday, February 24, 1997 · 40 Across
Every time this clue appeared
- Feb 24, 1997 · 40 Across · 3 letters
- Oct 17, 1994 · 33 Down · 3 letters
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Happened upon”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with M and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Happened upon” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 24, 1997, at 40 Across. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Happened upon” crossword clue?
The answer is MET (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.