“Drains the life out of” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SAPS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Drains the life out of”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 13, 2026, where it runs at 42 Down 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
Aug 13, 2026 grid41ADrinks at a pub5 ltrs›46ATeary-eyed expression5 ltrs›51APass, as time doing something5 ltrs›57AWas especially wintry6 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 13, 20261ATake a quick turn3 ltrs›4ASound from a monitor4 ltrs›8AOne who's definitely not being invited to the party6 ltrs›14ALetters indicating a texter's P.O.V.3 ltrs›15AFried side dish with catfish, perhaps4 ltrs›16ACough drop brand whose name is yodeled in its commercials6 ltrs›17AMafia members, e.g.8 ltrs›19AGave a talking to?6 ltrs›
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