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“Thing in a case” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, April 20, 2008 as 1 Across. The answer has 3 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 · Sunday, April 20, 2008 · 1 Across
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The answer has 3 letters. It starts with R and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Thing in a case” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 20, 2008, at 1 Across.
What is the answer to the “Thing in a case” crossword clue?
The answer is RES (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.