“Mention in passing” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TOUCHON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Mention in passing”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 30, 2026, where it runs at 22 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jan 30, 2026 grid1DSkilled5 ltrs›2DCall ahead, in a way5 ltrs›3DEnd of a NASA countdown10 ltrs›5D"The Handmaid's Tale" author6 ltrs›6DEggshell, for one5 ltrs›21DTales told by flashlight12 ltrs›23DRequest from someone who has completed all the courses?11 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 30, 20261APuppetry and animation4 ltrs›5APiedmont province with a namesake wine4 ltrs›9AStopped lying5 ltrs›14ATitle for Jane Goodall4 ltrs›15A"Those guys?"4 ltrs›16A___ Summer (program for Annapolis freshmen)5 ltrs›17ASwitch to a shorter line, say4 ltrs›18AProduct that might feature a dandelion on the label10 ltrs›
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