“Many a private investigator” crossword clue
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•••••EXCOP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EXCOP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Many a private investigator”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 14, 2026, where it runs at 25 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
Feb 14, 2026 grid24ARequirement of some dress codes7 ltrs›30AIntimate footage7 ltrs›32AArrive suddenly and from a distance, metaphorically11 ltrs›37AUnlikeable sorts5 ltrs›43AB.C. winter hrs.3 ltrs›
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Feb 14, 20261AIt's made with two fingers9 ltrs›10AThey're often taken in December11 ltrs›12AFeatures of many romantic dramas13 ltrs›14A"Follow me"4 ltrs›15AHeart test, for short3 ltrs›16ASubject of study4 ltrs›18AGo heavy at the buffet, say6 ltrs›21AKind of car on a long-distance train6 ltrs›
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