NYT Crossword · 13 Down
“Partner-to-be” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 28, 1997 as 13 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 · Sunday, December 28, 1997 · 13 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Partner-to-be”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with A and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Partner-to-be” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 28, 1997, at 13 Down.
What is the answer to the “Partner-to-be” crossword clue?
The answer is ASSOCIATE (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.