NYT Crossword · 98 Down
“Optimistic assertion” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, September 20, 2020 as 98 Down. The answer has 7 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 · Sunday, September 20, 2020 · 98 Down
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- Sep 20, 2020 · 98 Down · 7 letters
- Dec 25, 2009 · 3 Down · 4 letters
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The answer has 7 letters. It starts with Y and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at 98 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Optimistic assertion” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is YESICAN. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.