“August ___, "Fences" playwright” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.WILSON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “August ___, "Fences" playwright”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 29, 2026, where it runs at 24 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
Aug 29, 2026 grid23AHis #33 was retired by the Knicks in 20035 ltrs›27A___ Capital, investment firm co-founded by Mitt Romney4 ltrs›29AMany people climb it12 ltrs›33ANaturally concluded12 ltrs›35AOnes giving a toast at an outdoor party?12 ltrs›37ACourt session, perhaps12 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 29, 20261AMain characters for an early reader4 ltrs›5AThey get rings for hoops9 ltrs›14ASkin-care brand known for its pore strips5 ltrs›15ALarge restaurant vessel shaped like another vessel9 ltrs›16AConference handout5 ltrs›17ADubious sighting in the night sky9 ltrs›18AStarted to boil6 ltrs›20AWork, as a joke4 ltrs›
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