NYT Crossword · 1 Down
“Prison weapons” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, May 11, 2017 as 1 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, May 11, 2017 · 1 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Prison weapons”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Prison weapons” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 11, 2017, at 1 Down.
What is the answer to the “Prison weapons” crossword clue?
The answer is SHIVS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.