“Marsupial often mistermed a "bear"” crossword clue
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•••••KOALA
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.KOALA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Marsupial often mistermed a "bear"”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 18, 2026, where it runs at 54 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
May 18, 2026 grid54AKit ___ bar3 ltrs›59AGarlicky condiment5 ltrs›63AAdvice for the overambitious ... or a hint to 17-, 25-, 40- and 50-Across10 ltrs›68ALotion ingredient4 ltrs›71AStereotypically antisocial pets4 ltrs›
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May 18, 20261ALike a game that has gone into a penalty shootout4 ltrs›5ALuxury handbag brand5 ltrs›10APetri dish gel4 ltrs›14AWest Coast sch. that joined the Big Ten in 20244 ltrs›15AStereotypical meal for a college student5 ltrs›16A"Veni, ___, vici"4 ltrs›17ALike the Code of Hammurabi10 ltrs›19AEnterprise rival4 ltrs›
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