“Fighting technique used by [circled letters] (as explained at 76-Across)” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.NECKING is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Fighting technique used by [circled letters] (as explained at 76-Across)”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 21, 2026, where it runs at 21 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jun 21, 2026 grid9DNatural predispositions5 ltrs›10DBuilds6 ltrs›11DNational park in Utah6 ltrs›12D"Here, try a sample"7 ltrs›13DDriver's alternative to automatic5 ltrs›14DSemiaquatic carnivore4 ltrs›15DMed. diagnostic3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jun 21, 20261ALetters accompanying applications, for short4 ltrs›5AIncludes without others knowing, in a way4 ltrs›9A"I haven't a clue"7 ltrs›16APlant with an edible inner gel4 ltrs›17AUp to snuff4 ltrs›18AAll over the place7 ltrs›19ADrove in an A.T.V., say, informally9 ltrs›22AUnreal?4 ltrs›
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