“Give a leg up” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••BOOST
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BOOST is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Give a leg up”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 12, 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
Oct 12, 2026 grid49ACeltics legend nicknamed "The Hick from French Lick"9 ltrs›54APart of the Holy Trinity3 ltrs›58APositioned precariously … or where the ends of 16-, 24-, 35- and 49-Across can all be found10 ltrs›63ALollipop holder5 ltrs›66A___ off (miffed)4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 12, 20261A"Let's not forget ..."4 ltrs›5ASinger/actress Bareilles4 ltrs›9AFirst part of a musical4 ltrs›13AClose by4 ltrs›14APost-bath wrap5 ltrs›15AVegetable on a cob4 ltrs›16AElectric vehicle from Japan10 ltrs›18AGod with a bow and arrow4 ltrs›
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