NYT Crossword · 100 Across
“Three-stringed instruments” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, February 20, 2011 as 100 Across. The answer has 10 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, February 20, 2011 · 100 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Three-stringed instruments”?
The answer has 10 letters. It starts with B and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Three-stringed instruments” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 20, 2011, at 100 Across.
What is the answer to the “Three-stringed instruments” crossword clue?
The answer is BALALAIKAS (10 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.