“Venus, or sometimes Mercury” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MORNINGSTAR is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Venus, or sometimes Mercury”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 24, 2026, where it runs at 5 Down and fills 11 squares. It crosses 11 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 24, 2026 grid5AComponent that may emerge from Earth's asthenosphere5 ltrs›15ADirt pie ingredients5 ltrs›17ACriminals in the oil industry?10 ltrs›20AIt makes one red in the face9 ltrs›23ANot full-bodied4 ltrs›26AWhen doubled, like a perfect outcome3 ltrs›29ANot show-stopping?13 ltrs›33ASegue into a thesis statement13 ltrs›34A"Don't sweat the small stuff!"13 ltrs›36AFire3 ltrs›38ADrinks are on me!6 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 24, 20261ABit of radiological work4 ltrs›10AWhat drones might be mistaken for4 ltrs›14ADudes4 ltrs›16AAs it's happening4 ltrs›19A"Your guide to a better future" website4 ltrs›21AAnimals considered divine messengers in Shinto culture4 ltrs›22AAperitif with black currant liqueur3 ltrs›24ALike a politically diverse U.S. state6 ltrs›
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