NYT Crossword · 53 Down
“Time waster” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, December 20, 1999 as 53 Down. The answer has 5 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, December 20, 1999 · 53 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Time waster”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with I and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Time waster” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 20, 1999, at 53 Down.
What is the answer to the “Time waster” crossword clue?
The answer is IDLER (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.