NYT Crossword · 56 Down
“Plot point in many a soap opera” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, March 17, 2016 as 56 Down. The answer has 5 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 · Thursday, March 17, 2016 · 56 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Plot point in many a soap opera”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with T and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Plot point in many a soap opera” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 17, 2016, at 56 Down.
What is the answer to the “Plot point in many a soap opera” crossword clue?
The answer is TRYST (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.