NYT Crossword · 35 Down
“Rom-com plot points” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, January 9, 2026 as 35 Down. The answer has 9 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 · Friday, January 9, 2026 · 35 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Rom-com plot points”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with M and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Rom-com plot points” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 35 Down.
What is the answer to the “Rom-com plot points” crossword clue?
The answer is MEETCUTES (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.