“Bad thing to be caught in” crossword clue
Answer
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••••TRAP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TRAP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Bad thing to be caught in”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 16, 2025, where it runs at 44 Across 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. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on February 16, 2025.
Crossing entries
Feb 16, 2025 grid16DScrumptious but not-so-healthful carnival snacks14 ltrs›17DBrought in big bucks8 ltrs›39DBitter brews, for short4 ltrs›44DBeaten at ___ own game5 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Feb 16, 2025NYT Crossword44 Across••••TRAPFeb 16, 2025NYT Crossword13 Down•••LIEOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index••••TRAP4 ltrs
•••LIE3 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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