“Threads” crossword clue
Answer
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••••DUDS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DUDS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Threads”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 15, 2026, where it runs at 48 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
May 15, 2026 grid47ADuane ___ (New York-based pharmacy chain)5 ltrs›52A"I don't care either way"10 ltrs›55AUse of a popular song to make a scene iconic, in film-speak10 ltrs›57ADifficult time for farmers9 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 15, 20261ATo the ___ (as much as possible)4 ltrs›5AElectrifying people, so to speak9 ltrs›14ADog howling at night, maybe4 ltrs›15AVintage bike feature10 ltrs›16AGood name for a yoga instructor?4 ltrs›17AHairy get-up10 ltrs›18AWych ___ (tree type)3 ltrs›19AMiss Doolittle of "Pygmalion"5 ltrs›
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