“Back in the day” crossword clue
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••••ONCE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ONCE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Back in the day”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 17, 2026, where it runs at 88 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
May 17, 2026 grid87AStolen base?7 ltrs›92ABit of flooring for a patio, say9 ltrs›99AOrg. for pugilists3 ltrs›102AFire starter?9 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 17, 20261ASnag6 ltrs›7AItalian sparkling wine4 ltrs›11AJohn ___, personification of Objectivism, for Ayn Rand4 ltrs›15ACode for Queens-landers?3 ltrs›18A___ polaris6 ltrs›19AIntl. group formed in 19455 ltrs›20APurple dish eaten with a spoon8 ltrs›22ALottery commission?12 ltrs›
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