“Prepares for company, maybe” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.NEATENS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Prepares for company, maybe”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 8, 2026, where it runs at 38 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
May 8, 2026 grid11DHumor without a traditional punch line10 ltrs›12DCreate ripple effects, in a way10 ltrs›21DIt's a wrap!5 ltrs›24DGo back to the beginning5 ltrs›30DFirst gear?10 ltrs›35D"I'm this-a way!"4 ltrs›39D___ Theatre, Atlanta art house named for a fictional estate4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 8, 20261ACriticizes, in modern lingo7 ltrs›8AUnruffled6 ltrs›14A"Not to worry ..."8 ltrs›16AChichi6 ltrs›17AOne away from one's duties?8 ltrs›18AFrench exit6 ltrs›19AHollywood is on it: Abbr.3 ltrs›20ASecures, in a way5 ltrs›
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