“Proof-ending inits.” crossword clue
Answer
Q
E
D
•••QED
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.QED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Proof-ending inits.”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 17, 2026, where it runs at 40 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Feb 17, 2026 grid39AMusic genre for the words hidden in this puzzle's circled letters ... or a punny description for them?7 ltrs›45ASite for hibernation … or a Super Bowl party3 ltrs›50ABreak up, as a group7 ltrs›
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