“Put to work” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.USED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Put to work”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 24, 2025, where it runs at 10 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on April 24, 2025.
Crossing entries
Apr 24, 2025 grid6A"Borat" and "This Is Spinal Tap"8 ltrs›16ADeferential8 ltrs›18AMore than a mere grudge8 ltrs›21AAnimal known for freezing under pressure4 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Sep 22, 2025NYT Crossword33 Across•••USEApr 24, 2025NYT Crossword10 Down••••USEDOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index••••USED4 ltrs
•••USE3 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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