Shift the gears of, in a way ... or a hint to this puzzle's Across clues Crossword Clue Answer

This is the latest matching NYT Crossword occurrence of the 12-letter Down clue "Shift the gears of, in a way ... or a hint to this puzzle's Across clues", from Thursday, August 20, 2026. Reveal the answer at your pace, then use the full grid below to check crossing entries. Earlier appearances are tracked below when available.

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What is the answer to the crossword clue "Shift the gears of, in a way ... or a hint to this puzzle's Across clues"?

The answer to "Shift the gears of, in a way ... or a hint to this puzzle's Across clues" is PUTINREVERSE (12 letters).

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This clue appeared in NYT Crossword on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Use the full puzzle page to review every Across and Down clue.