“They help build characters” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BACKSTORIES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “They help build characters”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 29, 2025, where it runs at 11 Down and fills 11 squares. It crosses 11 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Mar 29, 2025 grid10AMortify5 ltrs›16AShort Japanese sword5 ltrs›18APolitical grp. dedicated to helping people who are H.I.V. positive5 ltrs›21ADavid ___, first Black mayor of New York City7 ltrs›24AGive the OK5 ltrs›28AIt requires a flipper8 ltrs›32AOne always seen in a fancy fur coat9 ltrs›35ABirdseed alternative, at times4 ltrs›38APageant prize5 ltrs›40ABarreled (out)6 ltrs›42A"___ Got a Way" (Billy Joel hit)4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 29, 20251AUnderground venues for some heavy-metal bands?9 ltrs›15AHead honcho9 ltrs›17AStrong indication9 ltrs›19ARoost-er3 ltrs›20AGun3 ltrs›23AIt might be flat but not sharp4 ltrs›25AWhat's got about an ounce of scents?6 ltrs›31ASuffered, in a way5 ltrs›
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