“Prison design that allows one guard to keep watch on all the inmates” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PANOPTICON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Prison design that allows one guard to keep watch on all the inmates”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 26, 2026, where it runs at 28 Down and fills 10 squares. It crosses 10 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
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