“Purplish perennial” crossword clue
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•••••ASTER
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ASTER is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Purplish perennial”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 25, 2026, where it runs at 44 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Feb 25, 2026 grid11DSound-track?10 ltrs›12DCombatant in an octagon-shaped cage10 ltrs›31DWhen repeated, "Preach!"4 ltrs›39DPulse quickly, as the heart4 ltrs›45DWas a fangirl of, say7 ltrs›
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