“Number for December” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••CAROL
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CAROL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Number for December”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 6, 2026, where it runs at 6 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
Aug 6, 2026 grid5ALike some winter windshields4 ltrs›15A"Me, too"4 ltrs›17ASpirit of the Caribbean11 ltrs›20ACreamy dish made with arborio rice7 ltrs›23AFour-time N.B.A. M.V.P.11 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 6, 20261ASinger Braxton4 ltrs›9A___ Bauer (brand of outdoor gear)5 ltrs›14ASoon4 ltrs›16AStable job5 ltrs›19AHaggard5 ltrs›21AAngela on "The Office," e.g.4 ltrs›22A"Bring it on!"5 ltrs›28ANick, e.g.3 ltrs›
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