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“Cup holders” crossword clue

NYT CrosswordLast seen May 16, 202636 Across5 letters
Answer
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•••••ZARFS
5 letters · 36 Across

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ZARFS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Cup holders”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2026, where it runs at 36 Across 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. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on May 16, 2026.

Crossing entries

May 16, 2026 grid
28DCombo meal upgrade9 ltrs›29DGoing back ages9 ltrs›30D___ track4 ltrs›33DBorderline8 ltrs›36DElement between copper and gallium on the periodic table4 ltrs›

Every appearance

2 puzzles
DatePuzzlePositionAnswer
May 16, 2026NYT Crossword36 Across•••••ZARFSMay 16, 2026NYT Crossword36 Across•••••ZARFS

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