NYT Crossword · 16 Across
“Slippery ___ eel” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, September 3, 2014 as 16 Across. 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Wednesday, September 3, 2014 · 16 Across
Every time this clue appeared
- Sep 3, 2014 · 16 Across · 4 letters
- Feb 6, 1994 · 77 Down · 4 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Slippery ___ eel”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with A and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Slippery ___ eel” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at 16 Across. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Slippery ___ eel” crossword clue?
The answer is ASAN (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.