NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Rom-com or horror” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, August 8, 2016 as 12 Down. 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, August 8, 2016 · 12 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Rom-com or horror”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with G and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Rom-com or horror” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 8, 2016, at 12 Down.
What is the answer to the “Rom-com or horror” crossword clue?
The answer is GENRE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.