NYT Crossword · 5 Down
“Smart ___ (wisecrackers)” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, April 28, 1998 as 5 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 · Tuesday, April 28, 1998 · 5 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Smart ___ (wisecrackers)”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with A and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Smart ___ (wisecrackers)” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 28, 1998, at 5 Down.
What is the answer to the “Smart ___ (wisecrackers)” crossword clue?
The answer is ALECS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.