“Stick by a fireplace” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MATCH is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Stick by a fireplace”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 26, 2025, where it runs at 27 Down 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
Dec 26, 2025 grid27ATuesday, in French5 ltrs›29AFood that can be prepared de canasta5 ltrs›31AOne toeing the line?15 ltrs›35AIndividually6 ltrs›37AOverly self-assertive5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Dec 26, 20251ADawdler8 ltrs›9ACuts short6 ltrs›15ATypical sight in a bank robbery cartoon8 ltrs›16AKitsch6 ltrs›17ADoing some theater work8 ltrs›18ACracked wheat used in tabbouleh6 ltrs›19AOne whose beauty is on the inside5 ltrs›20AWhole kit and caboodle5 ltrs›
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