NYT Crossword · 28 Down
“Up, on a compass” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, May 31, 2021 as 28 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, May 31, 2021 · 28 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Up, on a compass”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with N and ends with H, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Up, on a compass” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 31, 2021, at 28 Down.
What is the answer to the “Up, on a compass” crossword clue?
The answer is NORTH (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.