NYT Crossword · 23 Down
“Small pit” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, January 30, 1997 as 23 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, January 30, 1997 · 23 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Small pit”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with A and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Small pit” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, January 30, 1997, at 23 Down.
What is the answer to the “Small pit” crossword clue?
The answer is AREOLE (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.