“Better halves” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPOUSES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Better halves”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 20, 2026, where it runs at 36 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 20, 2026 grid25DBygone staples of home theaters, informally4 ltrs›26DUtter delight4 ltrs›28DItem for a painter or hairstylist5 ltrs›29DVehicle to and from school3 ltrs›37D"It's a shame, really!"4 ltrs›38DMonster of Tolkiendom3 ltrs›39DVery wise4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 20, 20261AScarecrow stuffing5 ltrs›6ARalph who ran for president four times5 ltrs›11ASome HP products3 ltrs›14AEbb5 ltrs›15ATop-tier group5 ltrs›16ATuna variety often used in sashimi3 ltrs›17AOn/off device11 ltrs›19AEmpty space between things3 ltrs›
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