“Held in check” crossword clue
Answer
A
T
B
A
Y
•••••ATBAY
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ATBAY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Held in check”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 10, 2025, where it runs at 43 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
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More clues from this puzzle
Aug 10, 20251AHelpful site for a D.I.Y.'er4 ltrs›5AThurman of film3 ltrs›8ANeed for a transfer of power?4 ltrs›12AMake easier to swallow4 ltrs›16ABasis for a write-off, perhaps8 ltrs›18AMann who wrote songs for 1999's "Magnolia"5 ltrs›19AFirst name in country6 ltrs›21A… something big and rocky with a Space Force base in it16 ltrs›
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