NYT Crossword · 9 Across
“Pre-K building blocks” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, September 17, 2026 as 9 Across. The answer has 4 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, September 17, 2026 · 9 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Pre-K building blocks”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with A and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Pre-K building blocks” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 9 Across.
What is the answer to the “Pre-K building blocks” crossword clue?
The answer is ABCS (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.