NYT Crossword · 9 Across
“Try to avoid a tag” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, February 3, 1998 as 9 Across. 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, February 3, 1998 · 9 Across
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Down
- 1Bummed crossword clue6 letters
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- 5Somewhat pessimistic crossword clue8 letters
- 6"Yikes!" crossword clue5 letters
- 7Smooth-talking crossword clue4 letters
- 8___ good example crossword clue4 letters
- 9Mudholes crossword clue5 letters
- 10On the up and up crossword clue5 letters
- 11Worthy of copying crossword clue8 letters
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- 37Room connector crossword clue4 letters
- 38Bossing crossword clue8 letters
- 39Most safe crossword clue8 letters
- 40Grief crossword clue3 letters
- 43Sugar suffix crossword clue3 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Try to avoid a tag”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Try to avoid a tag” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 3, 1998, at 9 Across.
What is the answer to the “Try to avoid a tag” crossword clue?
The answer is SLIDE (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.