NYT Crossword · 4 Down
“Throw a bone to” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, October 31, 2011 as 4 Down. The answer has 7 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 · Monday, October 31, 2011 · 4 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Throw a bone to”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with P and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Throw a bone to” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 31, 2011, at 4 Down.
What is the answer to the “Throw a bone to” crossword clue?
The answer is PLACATE (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.