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Flowed back, as the tide

The New York Times crossword clue “Flowed back, as the tide” answer is EBBED. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.

ANSWER
5 lettersMost recent: September 17 2026

In the NYT Midi Crossword

This clue also appeared in the Midi on these dates:

About this clue

The clue “Flowed back, as the tide” resolves to EBBED, a 5-letter answer. In the New York Times Crossword, Midi and Mini, the same clue can be reused over the years, sometimes with a different answer — use the dates above to find the exact puzzle you are solving.

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