NYT Crossword · 33 Across
“Purplish” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, September 28, 2009 as 33 Across. 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 · Monday, September 28, 2009 · 33 Across
This clue has had more than one answer
- Sep 28, 2009 · 33 Across · 5 letters
- Apr 22, 2007 · 49 Across · 5 letters
- Sep 7, 2006 · 21 Down · 5 letters
- Aug 20, 2006 · 69 Down · 5 letters
- Sep 13, 2005 · 21 Down · 5 letters
- Aug 28, 2005 · 52 Across · 4 letters
- Jul 28, 2005 · 64 Across · 5 letters
- Feb 9, 1997 · 92 Across · 5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Purplish”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with M and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Purplish” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 28, 2009, at 33 Across. It has appeared 8 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Purplish” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is MAUVE. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.