NYT Crossword · 3 Down
“Keep from being bored” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, December 20, 2008 as 3 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 · Saturday, December 20, 2008 · 3 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Keep from being bored”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with A and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Keep from being bored” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, December 20, 2008, at 3 Down.
What is the answer to the “Keep from being bored” crossword clue?
The answer is AMUSE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.