NYT Crossword · 9 Down
“Less time-consuming” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, July 18, 1998 as 9 Down. The answer has 8 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, July 18, 1998 · 9 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Less time-consuming”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with S and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Less time-consuming” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, July 18, 1998, at 9 Down.
What is the answer to the “Less time-consuming” crossword clue?
The answer is SPEEDIER (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.