“"Citizen Kane" director Welles” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ORSON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “"Citizen Kane" director Welles”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 18, 2026, where it runs at 43 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
Aug 18, 2026 grid43ABoss (around)5 ltrs›45A1983 Eurythmics hit whose full title includes "(Are Made of This)"11 ltrs›48ASpies4 ltrs›54AT-shirt or blouse3 ltrs›56AIconic number from "The Phantom of the Opera" ... or an apt title for this puzzle15 ltrs›
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Aug 18, 20261AAssistance4 ltrs›5ADickens villain ___ Heep5 ltrs›10ABears' lairs4 ltrs›14APlant with many topical uses4 ltrs›15ADownright unpleasant5 ltrs›16AMeaning of "vidi," in Caesar's boast4 ltrs›17AClassic Beethoven piano piece15 ltrs›20AFed. agency overseeing the stock market3 ltrs›
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