“Germs, on the playground” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.COOTIES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Germs, on the playground”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 12, 2025, where it runs at 98 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
Jan 12, 2025 grid44DThey watch from afar15 ltrs›73DStation locations6 ltrs›85DList of candidates5 ltrs›90DLike some playful teasing6 ltrs›95DWound6 ltrs›99DFrequently deconstructed dessert items5 ltrs›100DMythological owner of an eight-legged horse named Sleipnir4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 12, 20251A"It's fine, I guess"3 ltrs›4ADash follower3 ltrs›7ASource of some insomnia5 ltrs›12AQuick reads on the subway, perhaps3 ltrs›15AFiling pro3 ltrs›18ATreasure-seeking woodcutter of folklore7 ltrs›20AMore in need of a massage5 ltrs›21AGroup that works only for a few seconds at a time7 ltrs›
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