Gets into a tight spot Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Saturday, December 27, 2025 · 21-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 27, 2025 · 21-Across · 9 letters
SHOEHORNS0 of 9 letters revealed
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a device used for easing the foot into a shoe
noun
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