NYT Crossword · 53 Down
“Topic for debate” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, July 19, 2022 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 · Tuesday, July 19, 2022 · 53 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Topic for debate”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with I and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Topic for debate” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 53 Down.
What is the answer to the “Topic for debate” crossword clue?
The answer is ISSUE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.