NYT Crossword · 49 Down
“Name-dropping word” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, January 29, 2022 as 49 Down. The answer has 3 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 · Saturday, January 29, 2022 · 49 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Name-dropping word”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with N and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Name-dropping word” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at 49 Down.
What is the answer to the “Name-dropping word” crossword clue?
The answer is NEE (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.