NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“Prepare for surgery” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, December 5, 2000 as 11 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Tuesday, December 5, 2000 · 11 Down
Every time this clue appeared
- Dec 5, 2000 · 11 Down · 5 letters
- Nov 3, 2000 · 22 Across · 5 letters
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Down
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Prepare for surgery”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Prepare for surgery” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 5, 2000, at 11 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Prepare for surgery” crossword clue?
The answer is SCRUB (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.