Long story short … Crossword Clue

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Long story short … Crossword Clue Answer is…

Answer: ADTEXT

This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword on December 17, 2023. If you need help with other clues, head to our NYT Crossword December 17, 2023 Hints page. You can also find answers to past NYT Crosswords.

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  • ADTEXT (6 letters)
  • INSUM (5 letters)

Clue & Answer Definitions

  • LONG (adjective)
    1. good at remembering
    2. planning prudently for the future
  • LONG (verb)
    1. desire strongly or persistently
  • SHORT (adjective)
    1. of insufficient quantity to meet a need
    2. marked by rude or peremptory shortness
  • SHORT (verb)
    1. cheat someone by not returning him enough money
    2. create a short circuit in
  • SHORT (adverb)
    1. at a disadvantage
    2. quickly and without warning
  • SHORT (noun)
    1. the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base
    2. accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference

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