NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Sinker” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, May 7, 2000 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 · Sunday, May 7, 2000 · 12 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- May 7, 2000 · 12 Down · 5 letters
- Feb 17, 2000 · 29 Across · 5 letters
- Jun 27, 1995 · 57 Across · 15 letters
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Across
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Down
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- 49Depravity crossword clue8 letters
- 51Suffix with differ crossword clue3 letters
- 54Bon ___ crossword clue3 letters
- 55Nudge crossword clue3 letters
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- 60Bio. evidence crossword clue3 letters
- 63Like some lawn displays crossword clue7 letters
- 64Sign crossword clue3 letters
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- 69Cut crossword clue7 letters
- 71Stick on a table crossword clue3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Sinker”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with U and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Sinker” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 7, 2000, at 12 Down. It has appeared 3 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Sinker” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is UBOAT. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.