NYT Crossword · 26 Down
“Tick-tock maker” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, May 15, 2012 as 26 Down. The answer has 8 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, May 15, 2012 · 26 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Tick-tock maker”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with P and ends with M, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Tick-tock maker” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at 26 Down.
What is the answer to the “Tick-tock maker” crossword clue?
The answer is PENDULUM (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.