NYT Crossword · 40 Down
“Manta” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, October 16, 2012 as 40 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 · Tuesday, October 16, 2012 · 40 Down
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Across
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- 35See 26-Down crossword clue3 letters
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Down
- 1Render harmless, as a snake crossword clue6 letters
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- 13Turn back sharply crossword clue3 letters
- 18Void, in Versailles crossword clue3 letters
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- 30Ball-like crossword clue7 letters
- 34Hunk crossword clue3 letters
- 36Tempe sch. crossword clue3 letters
- 38Be frightened crossword clue4 letters
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- 55Total crossword clue5 letters
- 56Upstate N.Y. sch. crossword clue3 letters
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- 64"Brainiac" author Jennings crossword clue3 letters
- 65Calf's place crossword clue3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Manta”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with S and ends with L, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Manta” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at 40 Down.
What is the answer to the “Manta” crossword clue?
The answer is SEADEVIL (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.