Basketball feint ... or a hint to 17-, 24-, 36- and 46-Across? Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, September 15, 2021 · 57-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, September 15, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 15, 2021 · 57-Across · 8 letters
HEADFAKE0 of 8 letters revealed
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A feint of a player's head meant to confuse opponents by signaling one direction before committing to anther.
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