Crossword clue
“"The ___ thickens"”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 17, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 3 times
PLOTLetters4
Starts withP
Ends withT
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “"The ___ thickens"” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 17, 2026 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"The ___ thickens"” clue?+
The answer is PLOT (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 17, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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