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“Capote or chesterfield” crossword clue

NYT CrosswordLast seen May 16, 202614 Across4 letters
Answer
C
O
A
T
••••COAT
4 letters · 14 Across

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.COAT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Capote or chesterfield”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2026, where it runs at 14 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 May 16, 2026.

Crossing entries

May 16, 2026 grid
1DVictor over Washington on 11/12/1955 in "Back to the Future, Pt. II" — and in real life4 ltrs›2DCattle call9 ltrs›3DWent wide or long, as a tennis ball9 ltrs›4D"No closer!"8 ltrs›

Every appearance

2 puzzles
DatePuzzlePositionAnswer
May 16, 2026NYT Crossword14 Across••••COATMay 16, 2026NYT Crossword14 Across••••COAT

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