“Early human” crossword clue
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•••••••••CROMAGNON
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CROMAGNON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Early human”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 11, 2026, where it runs at 8 Down and fills 9 squares. It crosses 9 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Nov 11, 2026 grid6AShoestring4 ltrs›14ASome noblemen5 ltrs›17AWelcoming people to a party, say11 ltrs›21AThe folks, folksily7 ltrs›26AFirst name of the "First Lady of Song"4 ltrs›31ACommon ramen add-in3 ltrs›35AActress/singer Monáe7 ltrs›38A"That was a boneheaded thing to do!"7 ltrs›43AEntered without making a fuss7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Nov 11, 20261A"Mine!"5 ltrs›10AIt's over $30 trillion for the U.S., in brief3 ltrs›13APlace to end an engagement without breaking up5 ltrs›16ASinger Rita whose last name is an anagram of 19-Across3 ltrs›19ASporting blade that's an anagram of 16-Across3 ltrs›20ARetailer whose outdoor furniture items are named after Scandinavian islands4 ltrs›23A"All ___ are off!"4 ltrs›28ALike a boxer before a fight, typically5 ltrs›
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