“Plant with eight-pointed pods used in cooking” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.STARANISE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Plant with eight-pointed pods used in cooking”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 31, 2025, where it runs at 30 Down and fills 9 squares. It crosses 9 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Mar 31, 2025 grid29AOrg. at airports3 ltrs›35A"I'm starting to like this" ... or a hint to the starts of 16-, 24-, 47- and 58-Across, in order14 ltrs›40ADefense org. since 19494 ltrs›43AStep on a ladder4 ltrs›47ABasketball shot made while leaning backward8 ltrs›52AU-turn from WSW3 ltrs›56A___ trap (part of a dryer)4 ltrs›60A"That ___ be expected"4 ltrs›63ACitrus peel4 ltrs›
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