“Detangles, in a way” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••COMBS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.COMBS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Detangles, in a way”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 23, 2026, where it runs at 26 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
Jun 23, 2026 grid26A$100 bills, slangily6 ltrs›34ACasual greeting5 ltrs›37AEmotional state4 ltrs›40ATidy updo, say3 ltrs›43ANotable features of the Charleston, S.C., skyline8 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jun 23, 20261ASwiss currency5 ltrs›6AKind of clef used for the viola4 ltrs›10ACommand to Rover4 ltrs›14AWord after lucky or little5 ltrs›15AReserve in advance4 ltrs›16AOnly PG-rated in terms of sexual content, say4 ltrs›17AMenzel with a Tony for "Wicked"5 ltrs›18A___ fresca (Latin American refreshment)4 ltrs›
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