NYT Crossword · 137 Down
“Short end” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, October 31, 1999 as 137 Down. The answer has 4 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, October 31, 1999 · 137 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Short end”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with S and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Short end” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 31, 1999, at 137 Down.
What is the answer to the “Short end” crossword clue?
The answer is STUB (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.