“Mars comes third in it” crossword clue
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•••••ANNEE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ANNEE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Mars comes third in it”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 10, 2026, where it runs at 20 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
Jan 10, 2026 grid5DPhenomena once known as "les petites morts" ("little deaths")7 ltrs›6D"That dis was goo-ood!!"6 ltrs›7DGerman cathedral city, to locals4 ltrs›8DGay man, per historical slang inspired by Judy Garland15 ltrs›9DPlus5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 10, 20261A"What a darling outfit!"10 ltrs›11AInflatable transport4 ltrs›15AThe kelpie of Celtic mythology, for one10 ltrs›16A___ palm4 ltrs›17ABig name in classifieds10 ltrs›18ASound made by a toaster?4 ltrs›19A"Avatar: Fire and ___" (2025 film)3 ltrs›21ACreep5 ltrs›
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