Crossword clue
“"___ a free country"”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ITSLetters3
Starts withI
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"___ a free country"” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 1, 2025 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with I and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"___ a free country"” clue?+
The answer is ITS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 1, 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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