dannmann's NYT crossword puzzle ramblings

monday, february 04, 2008
dave & tracy mackey/ will shortz
ny times online premium crossword puzzle
















difficulty factor: none to speak of



theme: parting niceties...

17A DON'T BE A STRANGER
37A STOP IN ANY TIME
59A Y'ALL COME BACK NOW


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dave and tracy, this was a great monday breeze!


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in the "damn-brand-new-t'-me" category
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keep on keepin' on...

dann
all elements of the puzzle (grid layout, clues, and answers), NYT, NY Times, and The New York Times logo are ©2008 The New York Times
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