"Common directive in 17-Across … or what to do with five squares in this puzzle" NYT crossword answer is:
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The common directive in 17-Across in the October 3 2023 New York Times crossword puzzle is to "connect the dots". This clue is referring to the five squares in the puzzle that need to be connected in order to form a complete answer. The answer to the clue is a single word that is formed by connecting the dots between the five squares. This type of clue is a common feature in crossword puzzles and can be a fun and challenging way to test your knowledge of words and patterns.