“Wrap up tight” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SWATHE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Wrap up tight”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 5, 2025, where it runs at 55 Across 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
Oct 5, 2025 grid39DHalf-woman, half-bird, all attitude?11 ltrs›40D"Eureka!" shouter10 ltrs›41DBenny Hill theme song9 ltrs›44DTwists side-to-side4 ltrs›50DOld-fashioned term of address4 ltrs›55D"You're cramping my ___"5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 5, 20251AClassic target of a troll9 ltrs›10APrized steed4 ltrs›14ALittle hellions4 ltrs›18AHard to understand10 ltrs›20ALatvian capital4 ltrs›21AKindle competitor4 ltrs›22ASailor who drinks only the finest grog?11 ltrs›24AKnockoff version of a sweet treat?9 ltrs›
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