“Shower drain protector” crossword clue
Answer
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••••••••HAIRTRAP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HAIRTRAP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Shower drain protector”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 16, 2025, where it runs at 32 Down and fills 8 squares. It crosses 8 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 16, 2025 grid32APractitioner of black magic5 ltrs›35AMachine for a highway crew5 ltrs›37ASwimwear that can be worn as shorts8 ltrs›40ATry to break, as a bad habit7 ltrs›43A1990 novelty dance inspired by a comics superhero10 ltrs›49ABecame a marquee name, say10 ltrs›51ALovers of "Emma" and "Persuasion"10 ltrs›53AWay to begin gaming, say10 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 16, 20251ABeauty lounge, of a sort10 ltrs›11ACalm4 ltrs›15AMexico's Chamber of Deputies or France's National Assembly, for example10 ltrs›16ACash on hand?4 ltrs›17AFrench kiss kissers10 ltrs›18APull4 ltrs›19ALeading counsel?10 ltrs›20AParting word4 ltrs›
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