“Rat's nest” crossword clue
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••••MESS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MESS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Rat's nest”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 16, 2025, where it runs at 1 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.
Crossing entries
Apr 16, 2025 grid1ALike some colors or Zoom users5 ltrs›13ADrink with ground nutmeg6 ltrs›17AHeavy hitter?6 ltrs›20ASight next to a barn, often4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Apr 16, 20256A"___ it go?"4 ltrs›10AMatterhorn, for one3 ltrs›15ALike most TV broadcasts, now4 ltrs›16AMauna ___3 ltrs›18AFlying Cloud and Royale, for two4 ltrs›19AThrew one's hat in the ring3 ltrs›21AGeneral Mills brand5 ltrs›23ADamage, so to speak4 ltrs›
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