NYT Crossword · 40 Down
“Using a dragnet” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, January 27, 1999 as 40 Down. The answer has 8 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 · Wednesday, January 27, 1999 · 40 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Using a dragnet”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with D and ends with G, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Using a dragnet” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 27, 1999, at 40 Down.
What is the answer to the “Using a dragnet” crossword clue?
The answer is DREDGING (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.