NYT Crossword · 32 Down
“Hard-twisted cotton thread” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, December 26, 1996 as 32 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 · Thursday, December 26, 1996 · 32 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Hard-twisted cotton thread”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with L and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Hard-twisted cotton thread” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, December 26, 1996, at 32 Down.
What is the answer to the “Hard-twisted cotton thread” crossword clue?
The answer is LISLE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.