“Misdirect” crossword clue
Answer
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••••FOOL
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.FOOL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Misdirect”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 7, 2026, where it runs at 23 Across 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
Feb 7, 2026 grid7DLong shot practice11 ltrs›19DOne of many in a bee, typically11 ltrs›20DReptile with a colorful name7 ltrs›23DHaving lost all its fizz4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Feb 7, 20261ABreakfast bar item11 ltrs›12ASummer picnic side dish13 ltrs›14AHomo sapiens, e.g.15 ltrs›16ACurio shop treasure6 ltrs›17ASinger with the 2016 Grammy-winning soul ballad "Cranes in the Sky"7 ltrs›18ALosing propositions?5 ltrs›19AKeep-on-keeping-on quality4 ltrs›21ACause for getting stuck4 ltrs›
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