“Defensive effort in the red zone” crossword clue
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•••••••••••••GOALLINESTAND
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GOALLINESTAND is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Defensive effort in the red zone”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 18, 2026, where it runs at 30 Across and fills 13 squares. It crosses 13 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Sep 18, 2026 grid2DElement of a dating profile?8 ltrs›3DPotential outcomes9 ltrs›9DFlip9 ltrs›16DSimple cocktail named for two brands11 ltrs›18D"Phooey!"6 ltrs›21DBit of nonsense writing that typically gets a laugh6 ltrs›22DDelighted cry upon receiving an acceptance6 ltrs›24DBall girls6 ltrs›25DLeap day baby, e.g.6 ltrs›27DClicked with a partner?9 ltrs›28DSnicker6 ltrs›29DSimple check for freshness9 ltrs›31DAct like yourself, perhaps?8 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Sep 18, 20261AServer's warning at a restaurant6 ltrs›7AMoved along (to)6 ltrs›13AModern tech aid whose design was inspired by a Go board6 ltrs›14AFiguratively speaking7 ltrs›15ABegin to boil6 ltrs›16AInsects named for when they emerge8 ltrs›17ABreaks off4 ltrs›18AWater containers4 ltrs›
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