“Comment that breaks the fourth wall” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ASIDE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Comment that breaks the fourth wall”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 21, 2026, where it runs at 52 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
Jan 21, 2026 grid50ATransaction on an online marketplace8 ltrs›60AInflation measures, for short4 ltrs›63AEagles' nests6 ltrs›66AWith gossip and beer over Friday's ___ game6 ltrs›68ALuxurious cotton fabric6 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 21, 20261APracticed pitches6 ltrs›7AWhat arms might do on a final gym rep7 ltrs›14ALee has a hot bowl of ___ to start off his day6 ltrs›15ALee has a hot bowl of ___ to start off his day7 ltrs›16AEnemy of the Avengers6 ltrs›17AOnes with the munchies, maybe8 ltrs›18AIn need of a massage, say4 ltrs›19ALike those local to Universal Studios Japan6 ltrs›
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