Crossword clue
“Items on many a back-to-school supply list”
This clue appeared as 20-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 5, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
ERASERSLetters7
Starts withE
Ends withS
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Items on many a back-to-school supply list” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 5, 2025 as 20-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with E and ends with S, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Items on many a back-to-school supply list” clue?+
The answer is ERASERS (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 5, 2025.
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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