NYT Crossword · 74 Across
“Refines” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, September 14, 2003 as 74 Across. The answer has 6 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 · Sunday, September 14, 2003 · 74 Across
Every time this clue appeared
- Sep 14, 2003 · 74 Across · 6 letters
- Oct 13, 2002 · 92 Down · 6 letters
- Dec 1, 2001 · 44 Down · 6 letters
- May 6, 2000 · 45 Down · 6 letters
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- 31Finishes off crossword clue5 letters
- 32In jeopardy crossword clue7 letters
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- 1Creature that reproduces by parthenogenesis crossword clue5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Refines”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with S and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Refines” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 14, 2003, at 74 Across. It has appeared 4 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Refines” crossword clue?
The answer is SMELTS (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.