“Having a single purpose” crossword clue
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•••••ADHOC
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ADHOC is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Having a single purpose”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 18, 2025, where it runs at 17 Across 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 18, 2025 grid1DUnderstands7 ltrs›2DSite of some piercings6 ltrs›3D"There's never been a better time" tech sloganeer5 ltrs›13DReally into6 ltrs›15D21st-century first lady5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 18, 20251AMeasure of rank in Maori culture, informally7 ltrs›8ABubbles5 ltrs›13ASauce in Italian-American cuisine8 ltrs›14AKnocked out5 ltrs›15AIt's in right now9 ltrs›16AWas worthy of5 ltrs›18ALight that goes up when things are going down?5 ltrs›20ASnatch3 ltrs›
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