NYT Crossword · 24 Down
“Something straining credibility” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, September 1, 2011 as 24 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, September 1, 2011 · 24 Down
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The other clues from the NYT Crossword of Thursday, September 1, 2011.
Across
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Down
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- 6Some crossword clue6 letters
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- 8"Do I ___!" crossword clue4 letters
- 9Frets (over) crossword clue10 letters
- 10Paging, say crossword clue7 letters
- 11Standoffish crossword clue5 letters
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- 13Twin gymnasts Paul and Morgan crossword clue5 letters
- 18___ Tour crossword clue3 letters
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- 27Clean, in a way crossword clue8 letters
- 31Off crossword clue4 letters
- 32Traveling, maybe crossword clue6 letters
- 33Feinstein of the 34-Down crossword clue6 letters
- 34See 33-Down crossword clue6 letters
- 36Holders of reservations? crossword clue7 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Something straining credibility”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with A and ends with H, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Something straining credibility” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 1, 2011, at 24 Down.
What is the answer to the “Something straining credibility” crossword clue?
The answer is AREACH (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.