Crossword clue
“One who regularly drops things”
This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 31, 2026. The answer has 13 letters.
Answer · 13 lettersFirst appearance
BUTTERFINGERSLetters13
Starts withB
Ends withS
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “One who regularly drops things” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 31, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 13-letter phrase that starts with B and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “One who regularly drops things” clue?+
The answer is BUTTERFINGERS (13 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 31, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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