“Ditch digger” crossword clue
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•••••SPADE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPADE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Ditch digger”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 3, 2026, where it runs at 10 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.
Crossing entries
Jan 3, 2026 grid10DCorner piece6 ltrs›11DFruits related to grapefruits7 ltrs›12DSave space, in a way10 ltrs›13DWords on an incriminating email, perhaps10 ltrs›14DEmoji indicating interest4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 3, 20261ASpoilers that ruin a whole lot9 ltrs›15ABuilding that shouldn't have running water9 ltrs›16AActor Maguire5 ltrs›17ASave me!9 ltrs›18AStretch one's legs, say5 ltrs›19AReally went for9 ltrs›20AFrench fathers5 ltrs›21APlayStation 5 maker4 ltrs›
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