NYT Crossword · 51 Down
“Staircase support” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, February 18, 2003 as 51 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, February 18, 2003 · 51 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Staircase support”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with N and ends with L, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Staircase support” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 18, 2003, at 51 Down.
What is the answer to the “Staircase support” crossword clue?
The answer is NEWEL (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.