NYT Crossword · 1 Down
“Simple solution to a big problem” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, September 16, 2021 as 1 Down. 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 · Thursday, September 16, 2021 · 1 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Simple solution to a big problem”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with B and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Simple solution to a big problem” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 1 Down.
What is the answer to the “Simple solution to a big problem” crossword clue?
The answer is BULLET (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.