Hazard for the unwary

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The New York Times crossword clue “Hazard for the unwary” answer is PITFALL. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.
ANSWER7 lettersMost recent: August 24 2025
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About this clue
The clue “Hazard for the unwary” resolves to PITFALL, a 7-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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