“So-called "Queen of Pop"” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MADONNA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “So-called "Queen of Pop"”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 25, 2026, where it runs at 4 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
Feb 25, 2026 grid1A[Taps casino table]5 ltrs›14ALongtime "Inside the NBA" analyst opposite Barkley5 ltrs›17AFailing to pay bills on time may affect this11 ltrs›20ALotto-like casino game4 ltrs›24AZero4 ltrs›27A"Self-Portrait With Bandaged Ear" painter, 188914 ltrs›32APair of cymbals in a drum kit5 ltrs›
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Feb 25, 20266ASigns of treble?5 ltrs›11A___ hair (edgy 2000s trend)3 ltrs›15ADeck in divination5 ltrs›16AMil. authority3 ltrs›19APossessed3 ltrs›21ASummer treats in small cups4 ltrs›22ASounds of sudden vanishing5 ltrs›26AInverse of kilo-5 ltrs›
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