“For the ___” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BIRDS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “For the ___”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 24, 2026, where it runs at 50 Down 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
Mar 24, 2026 grid50A___ Mawr College4 ltrs›52ASpot for a sun chair5 ltrs›60AWhat you might punnily call 17-, 27- and 48-Across, given the paintings in their clues?15 ltrs›64AUpright support in a wall4 ltrs›67AParlor inkings, informally4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 24, 20261AIt may be found at the end of the line4 ltrs›5AOne-on-one clashes in "Hamilton"5 ltrs›10AGo on a spree, maybe4 ltrs›14AJust chillin'4 ltrs›15AFury5 ltrs›16A"Escape (The ___ Colada Song)" (last Billboard #1 hit of the 1970s)4 ltrs›17A"The Last Supper" painter15 ltrs›20ASaul Goodman's field in "Better Call Saul"3 ltrs›
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