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Makes do for a while? NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the January 16, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Makes do for a while?” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer
PERMS
5 letters · Down · last seen January 16, 2026

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