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“Builds” crossword clue

NYT CrosswordLast seen Sep 4, 20258 Across6 letters
Answer
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••••••ERECTS
6 letters · 8 Across

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ERECTS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Builds”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 4, 2025, where it runs at 8 Across 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. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on September 4, 2025.

Crossing entries

Sep 4, 2025 grid
8DA bunch of fruit may grow on it9 ltrs›9DHurry4 ltrs›10DWiped out6 ltrs›11D___ International, channel seen in hotel rooms worldwide3 ltrs›12D"Deck the Halls" contraction3 ltrs›13D___ Tiago, largest of the Cape Verde islands3 ltrs›

Every appearance

2 puzzles
DatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Jun 21, 2026NYT Crossword10 Down••••••ERECTSSep 4, 2025NYT Crossword8 Across••••••ERECTS

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