“Cast off” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SETSAIL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Cast off”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 15, 2026, where it runs at 20 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
Aug 15, 2026 grid5DDiamond figs.4 ltrs›6DLeftmost star of the Summer Triangle5 ltrs›7DClassic 1926 novel often published with a bull and matador on its cover15 ltrs›8DDressing group12 ltrs›9DGamgee player in "Lord of the Rings"5 ltrs›10D___-C4 ltrs›21DUpper regions of forests12 ltrs›
Other answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••••SETSAIL7 ltrs
••••SHED4 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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