| Date | Grid | Clue | Author | Editor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 22, 2017 | 17A | Mandatory: Abbr. | Timothy Polin | Shortz |
| Tue, Oct 06, 2009 | 21D | Necessary: Abbr. | Matt Ginsberg | Shortz |
| Sun, Apr 19, 2009 | 102D | Not optional: Abbr. | Will Nediger | Shortz |
| Wed, Dec 22, 2004 | 18A | Not opt. | John Underwood | Shortz |
| Wed, Jun 25, 2003 | 36A | Necessary: Abbr. | Leonard Williams | Shortz |