NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“Nitroglycerin or dynamite” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, July 20, 2009 as 11 Down. The answer has 9 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, July 20, 2009 · 11 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Nitroglycerin or dynamite”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with E and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Nitroglycerin or dynamite” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2009, at 11 Down.
What is the answer to the “Nitroglycerin or dynamite” crossword clue?
The answer is EXPLOSIVE (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.