“Like sheep, so to speak” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OBEDIENT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Like sheep, so to speak”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 19, 2026, where it runs at 44 Across and fills 8 squares. It crosses 8 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 19, 2026 grid11DAccepts a deal from the D.A., say9 ltrs›13DMeets head-on?8 ltrs›21DTook orders, say6 ltrs›32DPlastic cap?11 ltrs›33DTube-shaped pasta5 ltrs›34DDo some road maintenance on5 ltrs›40DWestern mountain range, informally7 ltrs›45DClassic Italian appetizer10 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 19, 20261ATeacher's summons5 ltrs›11ABench press muscle, for short3 ltrs›18A___ Basin (D.C. attraction)5 ltrs›19AProgeny5 ltrs›20ADidn't turn away9 ltrs›22ATexas A&M athlete5 ltrs›23APrefix with media5 ltrs›24APerson providing a sworn account9 ltrs›
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