NYT Crossword · 47 Down
“Instead of” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, January 30, 2000 as 47 Down. 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.
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NYT Crossword · Sunday, January 30, 2000 · 47 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Instead of”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with F and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Instead of” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 30, 2000, at 47 Down.
What is the answer to the “Instead of” crossword clue?
The answer is FOR (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.