“Classic Halloween treat” crossword clue
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•••••••••CANDYCORN
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CANDYCORN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Classic Halloween treat”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 23, 2025, where it runs at 39 Across and fills 9 squares. It crosses 9 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Dec 23, 2025 grid21DInsect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years6 ltrs›22DKind of salad whose dressing contains anchovies6 ltrs›29D"Once ___ a time …"4 ltrs›30DCharacter played by Bruce Lee on "The Green Hornet"4 ltrs›33D___ Finn4 ltrs›35DOne of three on the pitchfork in "American Gothic"4 ltrs›37DBig Apple org. that's going to blazes?4 ltrs›38DFlat-bottomed boat4 ltrs›40D"That's correct!"3 ltrs›
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Dec 23, 20251ALongtime CBS procedural with multiple spinoffs4 ltrs›5AHighly capable5 ltrs›10ACtrl+S command4 ltrs›14AAlternative to check or credit card4 ltrs›15ASecondary subject for a college student5 ltrs›16AShort video4 ltrs›17AAppropriately named bus driver on "The Simpsons"4 ltrs›18AAlternative to épée or foil, in British English5 ltrs›
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