NYT Crossword · 57 Down
“Worm on a hook, e.g.” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, December 12, 2022 as 57 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Monday, December 12, 2022 · 57 Down
Every time this clue appeared
- Dec 12, 2022 · 57 Down · 4 letters
- Mar 10, 2014 · 7 Down · 4 letters
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Worm on a hook, e.g.”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with B and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Worm on a hook, e.g.” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 12, 2022, at 57 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Worm on a hook, e.g.” crossword clue?
The answer is BAIT (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.