NYT Crossword · 7 Down
“Something necessary” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, March 7, 2017 as 7 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, March 7, 2017 · 7 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Something necessary”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with A and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Something necessary” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at 7 Down.
What is the answer to the “Something necessary” crossword clue?
The answer is AMUST (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.