“Some time ago” crossword clue
Answer
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••••ONCE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ONCE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Some time ago”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 21, 2025, where it runs at 122 Across 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
Dec 21, 2025 grid80DFamed lawyer in the 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial14 ltrs›100DGirlfriend in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"6 ltrs›101DInformant6 ltrs›113DEssential4 ltrs›
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