NYT Crossword · 4 Down
“Messing around on set?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, February 17, 2025 as 4 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 · Monday, February 17, 2025 · 4 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Messing around on set?”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with D and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Messing around on set?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 17, 2025, at 4 Down.
What is the answer to the “Messing around on set?” crossword clue?
The answer is DEBRA (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.