Crossword clue
“Appears to be going down the drain”
This clue appeared as 6-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
SEEMSBADLetters8
Starts withS
Ends withD
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Appears to be going down the drain” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 20, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with S and ends with D, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Appears to be going down the drain” clue?+
The answer is SEEMSBAD (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 20, 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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