“Undercover operatives” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPIES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Undercover operatives”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 31, 2026, where it runs at 71 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
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