Crossword clue
“Long-handled tool”
This clue appeared as 29-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
HOELetters3
Starts withH
Ends withE
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Long-handled tool” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 9, 2026 as 29-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with H and ends with E.
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What is the answer to the “Long-handled tool” clue?+
The answer is HOE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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