NYT Crossword · 44 Down
“Kunta ___ ("Roots" role)” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, January 22, 2022 as 44 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Saturday, January 22, 2022 · 44 Down
Every time this clue appeared
- Jan 22, 2022 · 44 Down · 5 letters
- Oct 26, 2004 · 29 Down · 5 letters
- Dec 16, 2001 · 84 Down · 5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Kunta ___ ("Roots" role)”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with K and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Kunta ___ ("Roots" role)” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 44 Down. It has appeared 3 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Kunta ___ ("Roots" role)” crossword clue?
The answer is KINTE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.