“Gritty genre” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.NOIR is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Gritty genre”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 8, 2026, where it runs at 56 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Mar 8, 2026 grid26DFirst (and last) queen of Hawaii12 ltrs›33DTubman of the Underground Railroad7 ltrs›38DSci-fi franchise that takes place in "the Grid"4 ltrs›57DTara of "Sharknado"4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 8, 20261AClip on, say6 ltrs›7AFacing the pitcher5 ltrs›12ASome budget-friendly grocery stores5 ltrs›17AIt's on a roll!6 ltrs›18ASculpted6 ltrs›20AMinimalist swimwear6 ltrs›21AMineral found in seaweed6 ltrs›22ACertain supervisor on a film set7 ltrs›
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