NYT Crossword · 4 Down
“It's a setup” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, August 16, 2019 as 4 Down. The answer has 9 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 · Friday, August 16, 2019 · 4 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “It's a setup”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with B and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “It's a setup” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 16, 2019, at 4 Down.
What is the answer to the “It's a setup” crossword clue?
The answer is BLINDDATE (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.