Bad-news lead-in Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Saturday, October 3, 2015 · 33-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, October 3, 2015.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 3, 2015 · 33-Down · 4 letters
ALAS0 of 4 letters revealed
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What does this clue mean?
by bad luck; "unfortunately it rained all day"; "alas, I cannot stay"
adverb
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