"Doctor ___" (2006 novel featuring a "grammatically correct TimeLord")
Archive answer — August 25, 2026
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The answer to “"Doctor ___" (2006 novel featuring a "grammatically correct TimeLord")” in the Washington Post Mini Crossword is WHOM — a 4-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 25, 2026 at 5-Down. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
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Why does WHOM fit?
WHOM is the published 4-letter answer at 5-Down. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “"Doctor ___" (2006 novel featuring a "grammatically correct TimeLord")” appeared?
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What is the answer to “"Doctor ___" (2006 novel featuring a "grammatically correct TimeLord")”?
The answer is WHOM.
How many letters are in the answer?
4 letters: WHOM.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Washington Post Mini Crossword for August 25, 2026 at 5-Down.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
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