Crossword clue

“Setting for the Times Square ball drop: Abbr.”

This clue appeared as 27-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

EST

Letters3

Starts withE

Ends withT

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Feb 1, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Setting for the Times Square ball drop: Abbr.” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 1, 2025 as 27-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Setting for the Times Square ball drop: Abbr.” clue?+

The answer is EST (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 1, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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