“Suddenly kicks the bucket” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DROPSDEAD is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Suddenly kicks the bucket”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 19, 2025, where it runs at 38 Across and fills 9 squares. It crosses 9 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Dec 19, 2025 grid2DHad an outsize presence11 ltrs›3DThey may recently have been in a jam11 ltrs›5DResults of some remarriages15 ltrs›22DWord with dating or skating5 ltrs›28DEaster basket treat4 ltrs›32DWrap up by5 ltrs›33DLike He and Xe5 ltrs›36DAltar-ed statement?3 ltrs›39DExpo take-home7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Dec 19, 20251AFashion designer Schiaparelli4 ltrs›5ABoomer playing in a band8 ltrs›13AThings that may be connected4 ltrs›14A2023 musical with a Tony for Best Choreography9 ltrs›15ASome arthritis4 ltrs›16AClimbed without ropes10 ltrs›17AFire in one's belly8 ltrs›19AOld money, for short?3 ltrs›
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