“Boots on the ground” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TROOPS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Boots on the ground”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 28, 2026, where it runs at 23 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.