“Sting operation” crossword clue
Answer
T
R
A
P
••••TRAP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TRAP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Sting operation”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 8, 2026, where it runs at 3 Down 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
Feb 8, 2026 grid1ACrafty sort7 ltrs›19A"Ecstasy of Saint Teresa" sculptor7 ltrs›23AScrunchie, e.g.14 ltrs›26AAutocorrect target4 ltrs›
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