NYT Crossword · 62 Across
“Lightning ___” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 16, 2012 as 62 Across. The answer has 3 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 · Sunday, December 16, 2012 · 62 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Lightning ___”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with R and ends with D, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Lightning ___” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 16, 2012, at 62 Across.
What is the answer to the “Lightning ___” crossword clue?
The answer is ROD (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.