“More than necessary” crossword clue
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••••••EXCESS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EXCESS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “More than necessary”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 22, 2026, where it runs at 13 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 22, 2026 grid11ALead-in to destination and determination3 ltrs›16ADeli supply3 ltrs›19ASeller's bottom lines, for short?3 ltrs›22A"Hmm, I'm thinking …"7 ltrs›28ASome STEM degrees4 ltrs›33A"You are correct about that"4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 22, 20261AObject of an extensive search5 ltrs›6ARegional life forms5 ltrs›14ACry after an accident5 ltrs›15ATake over5 ltrs›17AWith 60-Across, invitation to play 38-Down11 ltrs›20AMister3 ltrs›21AVictorian or Edwardian3 ltrs›24APrivy to4 ltrs›
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