NYT Crossword · 85 Down
“Response to a sinking feeling?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, September 16, 2012 as 85 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 · Sunday, September 16, 2012 · 85 Down
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The answer has 3 letters. It starts with S and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Response to a sinking feeling?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 16, 2012, at 85 Down.
What is the answer to the “Response to a sinking feeling?” crossword clue?
The answer is SOS (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.