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Crossword Answer:
→51. INEEDAHUG
This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword on August 17, 2024. If you need help with other clues, head to our NYT Crossword August 17, 2024 Hints page. You can also find answers to past NYT Crosswords. If you need the answers for the NYT Mini Crossword for August 17, 2024, we have them as well.
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This clue has been used by other publishers in the past, and they have had different answers when published, so the below list is a compilation of all known answers that have been used for this clue.
- INEEDAHUG(9 letters)
- STANDBY(7 letters)
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Clue & Answer Definitions
- STANDBY (noun)
- an actor able to replace a regular performer when required
- something that can be relied on when needed
- STANDBY (adjective)
- ready for emergency use
- HOLD (verb)
- be capable of holding or containing
- be pertinent or relevant or applicable
- HOLD (noun)
- a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
- time during which some action is awaited
Historical Usage in Crossword Puzzles
- NYT Crossword - August 17 2024
- USA Today Crossword - July 19 2022
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