NYT Crossword · 52 Down
“Thigh-slapper” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, October 8, 2020 as 52 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Thursday, October 8, 2020 · 52 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Oct 8, 2020 · 52 Down · 4 letters
- Mar 15, 2017 · 4 Down · 4 letters
- Feb 24, 2016 · 31 Down · 6 letters
- May 10, 2006 · 39 Down · 4 letters
- Sep 19, 1999 · 1 Down · 6 letters
- Jun 25, 1994 · 39 Down · 6 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Thigh-slapper”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with R and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Thigh-slapper” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 8, 2020, at 52 Down. It has appeared 6 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Thigh-slapper” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is RIOT. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.