“Substitute for "etc."” crossword clue
Answer
Y
A
D
D
A
•••••YADDA
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.YADDA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Substitute for "etc."”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 23, 2026, where it runs at 18 Across 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
May 23, 2026 grid8DAt least one3 ltrs›9DSubstance that undergoes change, as in a lab8 ltrs›10DMagpie lookalike with black-and-white plumage7 ltrs›11DBosses (around)6 ltrs›12DGads about5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 23, 20261AThey might be settled atop stools7 ltrs›8AShell, say5 ltrs›13APlaces to put fliers8 ltrs›15ASurgical specialty, informally5 ltrs›16AA boxer's might knock you out9 ltrs›19ABegrudges6 ltrs›20AOld auto company based in Lansing, Mich.3 ltrs›22AJazz drummer DeRosa4 ltrs›
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