Crossword clue
“Catches in the act”
This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
NABSLetters4
Starts withN
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Catches in the act” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 21, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with N and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Catches in the act” clue?+
The answer is NABS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 21, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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