“Characterize?” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPELL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Characterize?”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 8, 2026, where it runs at 13 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jun 8, 2026 grid13ATypographical embellishment5 ltrs›16ASomething green in a greenhouse5 ltrs›18APopular board game adapted from India [1]9 ltrs›21A"Soldier, stop!"4 ltrs›23AChallenge for student drivers [2]15 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jun 8, 20261ADeer sir?4 ltrs›5AFree trial version4 ltrs›9ACaspian or Mediterranean3 ltrs›12ADesigner ___ Boss4 ltrs›14AGo across4 ltrs›15A"Su-u-ure"4 ltrs›17AHalf ___ (when the minute hand points down)4 ltrs›20AThey quickly spread online5 ltrs›
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