What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Supports illegally, in a way" from January 14, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Supports illegally, in a way”

This clue appeared as 22-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

ABETS

Letters5

Starts withA

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jan 14, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Supports illegally, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 14, 2025 as 22-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Supports illegally, in a way” clue?+

The answer is ABETS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 14, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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