NYT Crossword · 9 Down
“*Help avoid disaster” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, January 29, 2025 as 9 Down. The answer has 12 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 · Wednesday, January 29, 2025 · 9 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “*Help avoid disaster”?
The answer has 12 letters. It starts with S and ends with O, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “*Help avoid disaster” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 9 Down.
What is the answer to the “*Help avoid disaster” crossword clue?
The answer is SAVEONESBACO (12 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.