“Gay man, per historical slang inspired by Judy Garland” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.FRIENDOFDOROTHY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Gay man, per historical slang inspired by Judy Garland”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 10, 2026, where it runs at 8 Down and fills 15 squares. It crosses 15 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jan 10, 2026 grid1A"What a darling outfit!"10 ltrs›15AThe kelpie of Celtic mythology, for one10 ltrs›17ABig name in classifieds10 ltrs›20AMars comes third in it5 ltrs›23AUtmost extent8 ltrs›25AImprovised onstage6 ltrs›29AWithout revealing one's true intentions, maybe5 ltrs›33AFree of charge5 ltrs›36ATotal stranger, in slang5 ltrs›40A"Rats!"6 ltrs›42ATrimmer target8 ltrs›46AVolume units5 ltrs›52AAggressive state of mind10 ltrs›55AArt form featuring performers in kishin (demon) and okina (old man) masks10 ltrs›57ASomething pulled while walking the dog10 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 10, 202611AInflatable transport4 ltrs›16A___ palm4 ltrs›18ASound made by a toaster?4 ltrs›19A"Avatar: Fire and ___" (2025 film)3 ltrs›21ACreep5 ltrs›22AFormer employer of Edward Snowden, for short3 ltrs›27AReally involved6 ltrs›28ABarbecue order4 ltrs›
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