“Food additive named one of Time's 50 Worst Inventions” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OLESTRA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Food additive named one of Time's 50 Worst Inventions”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 1, 2026, where it runs at 20 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.
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