“Took steps” crossword clue
Answer
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••••••STRODE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.STRODE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Took steps”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 19, 2026, where it runs at 50 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
Feb 19, 2026 grid48AThey may have knowledge of corporate secrets16 ltrs›52A"___ of the D'Urbervilles"4 ltrs›56AServant of Sauron in "The Lord of the Rings"3 ltrs›60ABetter choice, given the options … or the circled squares vis-à-vis the shaded ones?16 ltrs›65ACompletely immersed, perhaps6 ltrs›68ASource of some aerial shots5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Feb 19, 20261APunk rocker Joan4 ltrs›5AChoctaw or Chickasaw5 ltrs›10ADesign detail4 ltrs›14A"Up and ___!" (catchphrase for a physicist)4 ltrs›15AIn possession of6 ltrs›17ATibetan title4 ltrs›18ACourting disaster, slangily18 ltrs›21AFraternity party order3 ltrs›
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