“Dumps” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••STIES
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.STIES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Dumps”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 9, 2026, where it runs at 25 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 9, 2026 grid8DPuzzles5 ltrs›9DBuild5 ltrs›10DFootwear that lacks defined heels9 ltrs›17DItem that someone with cold feet might have3 ltrs›21DVerb that fills in the blanks of its own synonym: _ _AR_3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 9, 20261ACrush9 ltrs›10AThey get picked up at clubs4 ltrs›14AWinning like crazy9 ltrs›15ASurfing destinations, for short4 ltrs›16APlaces many Cubans are found10 ltrs›18ANoggin4 ltrs›19AClumsy oafs4 ltrs›20A"You better believe it!"8 ltrs›
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