NYT Crossword · 27 Down
“Really bad idea” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, May 30, 2015 as 27 Down. The answer has 10 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, May 30, 2015 · 27 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Really bad idea”?
The answer has 10 letters. It starts with N and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Really bad idea” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 30, 2015, at 27 Down.
What is the answer to the “Really bad idea” crossword clue?
The answer is NONSTARTER (10 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.