NYT Crossword · 43 Across
“Spikes, for example” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, October 20, 2023 as 43 Across. 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 · Friday, October 20, 2023 · 43 Across
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Across
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Spikes, for example”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Spikes, for example” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 43 Across.
What is the answer to the “Spikes, for example” crossword clue?
The answer is SHOES (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.