“Past or present” crossword clue
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•••••TENSE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TENSE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Past or present”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 10, 2026, where it runs at 1 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
Jul 10, 2026 grid1AAcronymic weapon5 ltrs›14AHot shot producer15 ltrs›17AWhat late-night partying might lead to15 ltrs›18ASource of the Coneheads, in brief3 ltrs›21AMain ingredients in unagi don4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 10, 20266ASuffix with caffe-3 ltrs›9AIntro course?5 ltrs›19AStrove7 ltrs›20A"Jeepers!"3 ltrs›23AFormer fillies5 ltrs›24ACamp neckwear4 ltrs›25AOne way to check your impulses, in brief?3 ltrs›27ALo-___3 ltrs›
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