NYT Crossword · 29 Down
“Toehold?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, December 12, 1997 as 29 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 · Friday, December 12, 1997 · 29 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Toehold?”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with P and ends with H, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Toehold?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 12, 1997, at 29 Down.
What is the answer to the “Toehold?” crossword clue?
The answer is PERCH (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.