“Trials by fire” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ORDEALS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Trials by fire”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 23, 2026, where it runs at 51 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 23, 2026 grid39DIll-prepared6 ltrs›40DDidn't stay on topic6 ltrs›44DOne level below the majors3 ltrs›46DSphere, e.g.5 ltrs›47DCrinkly fabric5 ltrs›48DExtension5 ltrs›52DPlaces to get masks4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 23, 20261AMore than just a disapproving look9 ltrs›10AScruff of the neck3 ltrs›13AFondita offerings10 ltrs›15AThree-time A.L. M.V.P. of the 2000s, familiarly4 ltrs›16A"The Devil's radio"10 ltrs›17APollution portmanteau4 ltrs›18AReally peeved3 ltrs›19AWhat a pointless game has?7 ltrs›
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