“Take in a stray, say” crossword clue
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•••••ADOPT
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ADOPT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Take in a stray, say”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 23, 2026, where it runs at 47 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
Jun 23, 2026 grid47ASome small batteries3 ltrs›50ADoesn't lie, exactly … or a hint to this puzzle's circled letters10 ltrs›58ANondairy spread4 ltrs›61ASit (down) heavily4 ltrs›64AHuff and puff4 ltrs›
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Jun 23, 20261ASwiss currency5 ltrs›6AKind of clef used for the viola4 ltrs›10ACommand to Rover4 ltrs›14AWord after lucky or little5 ltrs›15AReserve in advance4 ltrs›16AOnly PG-rated in terms of sexual content, say4 ltrs›17AMenzel with a Tony for "Wicked"5 ltrs›18A___ fresca (Latin American refreshment)4 ltrs›
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