“Author Joyce Carol ___” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OATES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Author Joyce Carol ___”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 4, 2026, where it runs at 14 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
May 4, 2026 grid1D2017 Pixar film set in Mexico4 ltrs›2DThird-largest Hawaiian island4 ltrs›3DGoing ___ (fighting)4 ltrs›4DPart of a min.3 ltrs›5DChiding sound3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 4, 20261A"The ___ is clear!"5 ltrs›6A"Mamma Mia" group4 ltrs›10ASpaces, as between teeth4 ltrs›15ADevices for keyless entry4 ltrs›16AAmo, amas, ___4 ltrs›17A"Sleepless in Seattle" or "Legally Blonde," informally10 ltrs›19AActress Dunham or Waithe4 ltrs›20ACall from an ump3 ltrs›
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