Crossword clue
“Statement that may be followed by a dash”
This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
ILLRACEYOULetters10
Starts withI
Ends withU
Vowels5
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About this clue
The clue “Statement that may be followed by a dash” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 9, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with I and ends with U, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Statement that may be followed by a dash” clue?+
The answer is ILLRACEYOU (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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