“Thin on the ground” crossword clue
Answer
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••••••SPARSE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPARSE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Thin on the ground”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 18, 2026, where it runs at 34 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 18, 2026 grid32A"Chiseled" muscles3 ltrs›36ASnippet in a film review show9 ltrs›40AUtah skiing destination4 ltrs›43ABoss (around)5 ltrs›45A1983 Eurythmics hit whose full title includes "(Are Made of This)"11 ltrs›49A"___-haw!"3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 18, 20261AAssistance4 ltrs›5ADickens villain ___ Heep5 ltrs›10ABears' lairs4 ltrs›14APlant with many topical uses4 ltrs›15ADownright unpleasant5 ltrs›16AMeaning of "vidi," in Caesar's boast4 ltrs›17AClassic Beethoven piano piece15 ltrs›20AFed. agency overseeing the stock market3 ltrs›
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