“A boxer's might knock you out” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DOGBREATH is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “A boxer's might knock you out”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 23, 2026, where it runs at 16 Across and fills 9 squares. It crosses 9 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
May 23, 2026 grid1DNo-goodniks7 ltrs›2DSales job that Forbes magazine once dubbed "the original side hustle," informally7 ltrs›3DAncient collection of Hindu hymns7 ltrs›4DPampers6 ltrs›5DHandled something poorly, say5 ltrs›6DGets even with?4 ltrs›7DTac preceder3 ltrs›14DFigurative ability to withstand almost anything13 ltrs›17DCanal blocker?9 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 23, 20261AThey might be settled atop stools7 ltrs›8AShell, say5 ltrs›13APlaces to put fliers8 ltrs›15ASurgical specialty, informally5 ltrs›18ASubstitute for "etc."5 ltrs›19ABegrudges6 ltrs›20AOld auto company based in Lansing, Mich.3 ltrs›22AJazz drummer DeRosa4 ltrs›
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