“Can-opening mechanism” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.POPTAB is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Can-opening mechanism”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 8, 2025, where it runs at 15 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.
Crossing entries
Sep 8, 2025 grid15AFather4 ltrs›18A"Fine by me"4 ltrs›21APlaces for flag pins or mics6 ltrs›25AOutstanding people6 ltrs›29A$7 million for 30 seconds during the Super Bowl, say6 ltrs›36AWinner of 2008 and 20125 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Sep 8, 20251ALike the proverbial period before a storm4 ltrs›5ACooking device in a fast-food restaurant5 ltrs›10AAnimal that moos3 ltrs›13AThin woodwind4 ltrs›14ACondiment with four vowels in its name5 ltrs›16A*Pad in a makeup kit10 ltrs›19ADecember 24 is a notable one3 ltrs›20APrayer's end4 ltrs›
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