“Alludes (to)” crossword clue
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••••••REFERS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.REFERS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Alludes (to)”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 20, 2025, where it runs at 54 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 20, 2025 grid52ABonus5 ltrs›59AColor that means "stop"3 ltrs›60ALike some scented stickers13 ltrs›67AHead ___ heels4 ltrs›70AMichelin product4 ltrs›73AMake simpler4 ltrs›
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Oct 20, 20251AApple tablet4 ltrs›5AFacing the pitcher5 ltrs›10ATime to blow out the candles on a cake, informally4 ltrs›14AInformal eatery4 ltrs›15AThanks, in France5 ltrs›16ASinger Guthrie4 ltrs›17ASays 2 + 2 = 5, e.g.4 ltrs›18AWedding cake figurine5 ltrs›
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