NYT Crossword · 52 Down
“Makes less dependent” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, February 1, 2002 as 52 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 · Friday, February 1, 2002 · 52 Down
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Makes less dependent”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with W and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Makes less dependent” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 1, 2002, at 52 Down.
What is the answer to the “Makes less dependent” crossword clue?
The answer is WEANS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.