NYT Crossword · 33 Down
“Keeps the engine running, without moving” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, February 21, 2022 as 33 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 · Monday, February 21, 2022 · 33 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Keeps the engine running, without moving”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with I and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Keeps the engine running, without moving” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 21, 2022, at 33 Down.
What is the answer to the “Keeps the engine running, without moving” crossword clue?
The answer is IDLES (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.