NYT Crossword · 23 Down
“Playoff format” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, January 21, 2023 as 23 Down. The answer has 11 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 21, 2023 · 23 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Playoff format”?
The answer has 11 letters. It starts with B and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Playoff format” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 23 Down.
What is the answer to the “Playoff format” crossword clue?
The answer is BESTOFSEVEN (11 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.