“Metaphor for a tedious tract of time” crossword clue
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••••EONS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EONS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Metaphor for a tedious tract of time”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 28, 2025, where it runs at 5 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jun 28, 2025 grid1AFire-breathing antagonist of Mario in the Mario universe6 ltrs›13AColorful treat on a stick6 ltrs›15ABit of unisex attire6 ltrs›17AThe travels of Marco Polo, e.g.5 ltrs›
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Jun 28, 20257AExercise with Yang and Wu styles6 ltrs›14AKilled time7 ltrs›16AShot8 ltrs›18AWorks up a sweat5 ltrs›19AStars' org.3 ltrs›20AWord after full or free4 ltrs›21ALayer of gold?5 ltrs›22APart of a ship that resembles a fin4 ltrs›
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