“Cat breed with a distinct rear” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BOBTAIL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Cat breed with a distinct rear”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 16, 2025, where it runs at 34 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
Jul 16, 2025 grid9DJust after birth8 ltrs›23DThey radiate warmth7 ltrs›24D"The Simpsons" teacher Krabappel4 ltrs›25DSpa treatment, for short4 ltrs›34DPeople you do not want to mess with8 ltrs›35DOlive and palm products4 ltrs›36D___ Easton Ellis, author of "American Psycho"4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 16, 20251ACourtroom entry4 ltrs›5ABroke bread3 ltrs›8ASee 11-Down6 ltrs›14ALead-in to an implied "go there" or "think about it"8 ltrs›16ARouse (oneself)6 ltrs›17ASub category8 ltrs›18AGrave6 ltrs›19AInvestment firm T. ___ Price4 ltrs›
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