Hold up
Crossword clue · 5 known answers · 24 appearances · Last seen in the New York Times crossword on September 20, 2026
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ROB
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The clue “Hold up” has appeared 24 times in our database with 5 different answers, so count the squares in your grid and check the crossings before you commit. Most recently it ran in the New York Times crossword on September 20, 2026, where the answer was ROB.
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