NYT Crossword · 42 Down
“Profs' backups” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, January 10, 2015 as 42 Down. The answer has 3 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 10, 2015 · 42 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Profs' backups”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with T and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at 42 Down.
What is the answer to the “Profs' backups” crossword clue?
The answer is TAS (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.