NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Parlor operator: Abbr.” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, April 28, 2002 as 12 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 · Sunday, April 28, 2002 · 12 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Parlor operator: Abbr.”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with O and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Parlor operator: Abbr.” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 28, 2002, at 12 Down.
What is the answer to the “Parlor operator: Abbr.” crossword clue?
The answer is OTB (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.