“Occasions for getting gussied up” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HOTDATES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Occasions for getting gussied up”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 1, 2026, where it runs at 9 Down and fills 8 squares. It crosses 8 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Apr 1, 2026 grid6AAlternative to check or card4 ltrs›15ABirthplace of seven U.S. presidents4 ltrs›17AQuip, part 110 ltrs›22ABone that squeaks, maybe6 ltrs›26AImplied5 ltrs›27AQuip, part 212 ltrs›34AWaze ways: Abbr.4 ltrs›37AStores selling Snödrottning pillowcases5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Apr 1, 20261A"Don't ___ me!"5 ltrs›10AWorld traveler's need4 ltrs›14AOld Hollywood nickname that sounds like a golf term5 ltrs›16AThey can be bruised or inflated4 ltrs›19A"Golly!"4 ltrs›20AEpitome of smoothness4 ltrs›21ANail-biting sports periods, for short3 ltrs›24ATakes care of6 ltrs›
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