“"Tell Mama" singer James” crossword clue
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••••ETTA
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ETTA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “"Tell Mama" singer James”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 12, 2025, where it runs at 9 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
Dec 12, 2025 grid5AGrounds5 ltrs›14A"You're telling me!"10 ltrs›17AConspiracy theorist's accessory10 ltrs›20AMain component of a "gutbucket," a jug band instrument7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Dec 12, 20251ASome free spots, for short4 ltrs›10ADoesn't just talk4 ltrs›16AWord with wet or sweat4 ltrs›18A"Don't leave me!," e.g.4 ltrs›19A16 in a Sweet Sixteen5 ltrs›22APersonal records5 ltrs›25APadlocked fasteners5 ltrs›26AVariety of orange named for a European city8 ltrs›
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