“Complete disrepair” crossword clue
Answer
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••••RUIN
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RUIN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Complete disrepair”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 21, 2026, where it runs at 36 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 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 grid25DShredded, as a contract6 ltrs›28DPrefix with vitamin or tool5 ltrs›29DAthlete aiming for a four-minute finish, perhaps5 ltrs›30DOne end of an electrolytic cell5 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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