“People often manage with them, in brief” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MBAS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “People often manage with them, in brief”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 17, 2026, where it runs at 19 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.