“Rube” crossword clue
Answer
Y
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K
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•••••YOKEL
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.YOKEL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Rube”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 9, 2025, where it runs at 42 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
Aug 9, 2025 grid14D"This work is getting to be too much"11 ltrs›17DApple skins?11 ltrs›21DBuildings that aren't water-resistant11 ltrs›39DFalls short, say5 ltrs›42DAmerican in Paris?4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 9, 20251AApproach boldly6 ltrs›7AWord with fixed or net6 ltrs›13APurple-hatted Nintendo character7 ltrs›15AMildew, e.g.6 ltrs›16ALittle Italian toasts8 ltrs›18AOne choice at a dry cleaner6 ltrs›19ASay but not really mean5 ltrs›20AEnglish town known for its mineral water5 ltrs›
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