“The thing in "The Thing," for one” crossword clue
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•••••ALIEN
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ALIEN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “The thing in "The Thing," for one”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 12, 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
Jul 12, 2026 grid47AContradictory6 ltrs›53AGridiron unit that includes the nose tackle, informally5 ltrs›55A"If you don't find the rings this instant, I'm calling off the wedding!"18 ltrs›61AApex4 ltrs›66A"I love your paintings so much, I'd like to finance your next exhibition!"18 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 12, 20261AOne-named singer from County Donegal4 ltrs›5ASpot treatment provider?6 ltrs›11AYou might need to lose a few to get them3 ltrs›14AProblem with a story4 ltrs›18AShallot relatives5 ltrs›20AIcon beside a username6 ltrs›21APush-up, for example3 ltrs›22AAsia's rejuvenated North ___ Sea4 ltrs›
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