NYT Crossword · 70 Down
“Initial problem for a storied duckling” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, March 21, 2021 as 70 Down. The answer has 8 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 · Sunday, March 21, 2021 · 70 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Initial problem for a storied duckling”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with U and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Initial problem for a storied duckling” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at 70 Down.
What is the answer to the “Initial problem for a storied duckling” crossword clue?
The answer is UGLINESS (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.