“Ancient fortress overlooking the Dead Sea” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MASADA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Ancient fortress overlooking the Dead Sea”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 14, 2026, where it runs at 7 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
Jul 14, 2026 grid4APut-up job4 ltrs›13AMagician's "Look at what I just did!"4 ltrs›15ACorrupting sorts, in an orchard metaphor9 ltrs›19A___ mode (in the fashionable style)3 ltrs›21ANightmares for nannies12 ltrs›26AYoungest woman ever elected to Congress, familiarly3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 14, 20261AClosest bud3 ltrs›8ADestination for some sci-fi travelers4 ltrs›12A___ and dear4 ltrs›14ASupportive advocate, as for L.G.B.T.Q. rights4 ltrs›17AMerest little chirp4 ltrs›18AFolded French pancake5 ltrs›20AIndustry showcase4 ltrs›24A"We come in peace" speakers, in a sci-fi trope6 ltrs›
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