NYT Crossword · 3 Down
“Masterstroke” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, January 12, 2024 as 3 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Friday, January 12, 2024 · 3 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Jan 12, 2024 · 3 Down · 4 letters
- Feb 25, 2021 · 36 Across · 4 letters
- Oct 6, 2016 · 18 Down · 4 letters
- May 17, 2015 · 50 Down · 4 letters
- Mar 29, 2005 · 41 Across · 4 letters
- Dec 10, 2001 · 27 Down · 4 letters
- Aug 25, 1999 · 40 Across · 4 letters
- May 22, 1999 · 5 Across · 4 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Masterstroke”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with C and ends with P, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Masterstroke” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 3 Down. It has appeared 8 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Masterstroke” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is COUP. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.