NYT Crossword · 42 Down
“Make a cliché” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, January 4, 2012 as 42 Down. The answer has 7 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 · Wednesday, January 4, 2012 · 42 Down
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- 1You are here crossword clue7 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Make a cliché”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with O and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Make a cliché” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 42 Down.
What is the answer to the “Make a cliché” crossword clue?
The answer is OVERUSE (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.