“Referee's mistake” crossword clue
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•••••••BADCALL
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BADCALL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Referee's mistake”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 5, 2025, where it runs at 13 Down and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 5, 2025 grid10APrized steed4 ltrs›20ALatvian capital4 ltrs›24AKnockoff version of a sweet treat?9 ltrs›29A"When in the ___ of human events ..."6 ltrs›33APaint carelessly4 ltrs›35AProjectionist's item8 ltrs›43AConvenient spot for a cat nap?10 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 5, 20251AClassic target of a troll9 ltrs›14ALittle hellions4 ltrs›18AHard to understand10 ltrs›21AKindle competitor4 ltrs›22ASailor who drinks only the finest grog?11 ltrs›26AID on a credit check3 ltrs›27AEnd-of-level showdown9 ltrs›30ABridges5 ltrs›
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