“Make harmless, as a snake” crossword clue
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••••••DEFANG
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DEFANG is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Make harmless, as a snake”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 18, 2025, where it runs at 63 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Mar 18, 2025 grid39DTalking sheer nonsense8 ltrs›42DCut, as logs5 ltrs›43D2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 and others6 ltrs›47DPosture6 ltrs›55DStrongly encouraged5 ltrs›64DDarth Vader's boyhood nickname3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 18, 20251AOne might be supporting or speaking4 ltrs›5ACardamom-spiced brew4 ltrs›9ADisneyland transport4 ltrs›13AGreek god whose name sounds like a zodiac sign4 ltrs›14AAchieve on merit4 ltrs›15ASteel support for concrete5 ltrs›17A1976 #1 novelty song by Rick Dees and His Cast of Idiots9 ltrs›19ALike the stereotypical gym membership purchased on New Year's Day6 ltrs›
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