NYT Crossword · 32 Down
“Word before printer or pointer” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, August 10, 2026 as 32 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, August 10, 2026 · 32 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Word before printer or pointer”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with L and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Word before printer or pointer” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 32 Down.
What is the answer to the “Word before printer or pointer” crossword clue?
The answer is LASER (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.