Our NYT Crossword answers guide for February 10, 2025, is here to help if you’re stuck on a tricky clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that challenges solvers with clever wordplay and a broad range of knowledge. As one of the most popular crosswords worldwide, it appears in The New York Times print edition and is also available online.
NYT Crossword February 10, 2025, Answers
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1A Wood for a model airplane NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Airplane (noun)
- A powered aircraft with fixed wings, propelled by jets or propellers.
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Hint 2: Wood (noun)
- A U.S. painter (1892–1942) known for artworks inspired by life in the Midwest.
- A dense area filled with trees and other vegetation.
6A Jedi’s foe in “Star Wars” films NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Star (verb)
- To mark with an asterisk.
- To play the leading role in a performance.
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Hint 2: Star (adjective)
- Denoting the most prominent performer or role.
10A Items in an Easter hunt NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hunt (noun)
- A group of hunters who engage in the sport of hunting.
- The act of searching carefully to locate something or someone.
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Hint 2: Hunt (verb)
- To persistently chase or pursue.
- To track and capture wild animals for food or sport.
14A Seal the deal NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Seal (noun)
- A member of a Naval Special Warfare unit trained for unconventional missions.
- A fastening material, often resin-based, used to seal documents, parcels, or letters.
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Hint 2: Seal (verb)
- To make something airtight or secure against leaks.
- To apply a protective coating, such as varnish.
15A The “T” of T/F NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Extramarital (adjective)
- Involving or related to adultery.
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Hint 2: Contravention (noun)
- A violation or conflict with rules, laws, or agreements.
16A Meh NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- SOSO (4 letters)
- SHRUG (5 letters)
- NOTSOGREAT (10 letters)
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17A Redhead introduced in 1918 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Redhead (noun)
- A person with naturally red hair.
- A North American diving duck with a grey-and-black body and a reddish-brown head.
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19A Crimson Tide school, informally NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or colloquial language.
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Hint 2: Crimson (verb)
- To become red, often due to embarrassment or shame.
20A Consternation NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Consternation (noun)
- A feeling of fear or anxiety triggered by the recognition of danger.
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21A Companion ship of the Pinta and Santa Maria NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Companion (noun)
- A fellow traveler who accompanies you.
- A close friend who regularly spends time with someone.
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Hint 2: Companion (verb)
- To accompany or keep someone company.
23A Morning droplets NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Morning (noun)
- The time between dawn and noon.
- The early light of the day.
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24A 18-inch figure introduced in 1986 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Figure (noun)
- A numerical symbol used in a numbering system.
- A diagram or illustration that complements written content.
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Hint 2: Figure (verb)
- To consider something likely or probable.
- To take part in or contribute to something.
27A “___ Doubtfire” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A form of address for a married woman
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30A One-named singer with the 2014 hit “Chandelier” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Chandelier (noun)
- An often ornate, branched lighting fixture that hangs from the ceiling.
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Hint 2: Singer (noun)
- A U.S. inventor known for improving the chain-stitch sewing machine (1811–1875).
- A U.S. writer, born in Poland, renowned for Yiddish stories and novels (1904–1991).
31A Shelley’s “___ Skylark” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Skylark (noun)
- A brown-speckled European lark known for singing while soaring high in the sky.
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Hint 2: Skylark (verb)
- To engage in lively or playful antics.
32A Debtor’s note NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Debtor (noun)
- A person who owes money to a creditor and is responsible for repayment.
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Hint 2: Note (noun)
- A bank-issued piece of paper currency.
- A symbol indicating the pitch and duration of a musical sound.
33A Long-running police drama NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Running (noun)
- Competing in a track event that involves running.
- The action of moving swiftly on foot.
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Hint 2: Running (adjective)
- Functioning or in operational condition, as in a machine.
- Measured in a lengthwise direction.
36A “Who’s there?” reply NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Reply (verb)
- To respond using spoken or written words.
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Hint 2: Reply (noun)
- A verbal or written response that continues a conversation.
- A statement given in answer to a question, request, criticism, or accusation.
39A Adoptable playmate introduced in 1982 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Playmate (noun)
- A companion at play
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43A Knight’s protection NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Protection (noun)
- Money demanded by gangsters under the threat of violence.
- A covering designed to prevent damage or injury.
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Hint 2: Knight (noun)
- A chess piece shaped like a horse’s head, moving in an L-shaped pattern.
- Historically, a noble warrior trained in combat and chivalry; in modern Britain, a title awarded by the monarch for distinguished service.
44A Input for an A.I. model NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Input (noun)
- A signal transmitted into an electronic system.
- A statement sharing an opinion, belief, or additional information.
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Hint 2: Input (verb)
- To enter data or a program into a computer.
45A Where Z is in the alphabet NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Alphabet (noun)
- The fundamental stages of a subject, often referred to in the plural.
- A set of characters consisting of letters used for writing a language.
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46A Quantity: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Quantity (noun)
- The measurable amount or number of something.
- A sufficient or substantial amount.
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47A Chicago high rails NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Rails (noun)
- Steel bars or parallel tracks that form the railway for trains or other rolling vehicles.
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Hint 2: Chicago (noun)
- The largest city in Illinois, a major port on the Great Lakes, stretching 26 miles along Lake Michigan’s southwestern shore.
- A gambling card game where players place chips on specific cards and play in ascending order, with the goal of matching cards in the layout to win chips.
49A Home project inits. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Project (noun)
- A task or piece of work that is undertaken or attempted.
- A planned initiative or endeavour.
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Hint 2: Project (verb)
- To extend outward into space.
- To develop or formulate a plan.
50A Fashionable pair introduced in 1959 and 1961, respectively NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Respectively (adverb)
- In the specified order.
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Hint 2: Fashionable (adjective)
- Popular and stylish at a given time.
- Aligning with current social trends and fashion.
56A Kimono sash NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sash (noun)
- A strip of fabric worn around the waist to support a skirt or trousers.
- A structural frame that holds window panes within the window frame.
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Hint 2: Kimono (noun)
- A loose-fitting robe inspired by traditional Japanese garments.
57A Light beige NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Beige (noun)
- A pale shade of brown.
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Hint 2: Beige (adjective)
- Having a light greyish-brown colour.
58A Low introductory rate, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Introductory (adjective)
- Acting as a foundation or starting point.
- Serving as an introduction or preface.
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Hint 2: Rate (verb)
- To assign a ranking or rating.
- To assess or estimate the value of something.
62A PlayStation maker NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Maker (noun)
- A company or business involved in manufacturing products.
- A term used to refer to the Judeo-Christian God.
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64A Classic Broadway musical about an N.Y.C. matchmaker … or how one might respond to the introductions of 17-, 24-, 39- and 50-Across NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Matchmaker (noun)
- A person who arranges or attempts to arrange marriages between others.
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66A “Your turn,” on a walkie-talkie NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Walkie-talkie (noun)
- A compact, portable two-way radio for communication.
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Hint 2: Talkie (noun)
- A film featuring synchronized speech and sound.
67A The first “O” of YOLO NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: First (noun)
- The defensive position in baseball played at the first base in the infield.
- The scheduled starting time of an event.
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Hint 2: First (adjective)
- Denoting the initial unit in a sequence.
- Acting as the catalyst for something to begin.
68A Author Zola NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Zola (noun)
- A French novelist and critic (1840–1902) known for defending Dreyfus.
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Hint 2: Author (noun)
- A person who creates, initiates, or brings something into existence.
- A professional writer of books, stories, articles, or similar works.
69A Cleanup target NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cleanup (noun)
- The process of cleaning or making something tidy.
- (Baseball) The fourth spot in the batting lineup, typically assigned to the team’s strongest hitter.
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Hint 2: Target (noun)
- The specific location aimed at for a hit.
- The intended goal or objective believed to be achievable.
70A Bratty attitude NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bratty (adjective)
- Describing a poorly behaved and impolite child.
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Hint 2: Attitude (noun)
- The positioning of the body and its limbs.
- A mental state shaped by beliefs, feelings, values, and tendencies to act in certain ways.
71A Coins with F.D.R.’s face on the heads NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
DEISM
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1D Tweety, Woodstock or Woody Woodpecker NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Woodpecker (noun)
- A bird with strong claws, a sturdy tail for climbing, and a sharp, chisel-like beak used for drilling into wood to find insects.
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2D Berry often used in smoothies NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Berry (noun)
- A U.S. rock singer born in 1931.
- A small, juicy, edible fruit commonly used in desserts, jams, and preserves.
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Hint 2: Berry (verb)
- To gather or pick berries.
3D Storks have long ones NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Long (adjective)
- Having a strong memory.
- Thinking ahead and making careful future plans.
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Hint 2: Long (verb)
- To deeply and persistently desire something.
4D Summation symbol, in math NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Summation (noun)
- The final total or overall result.
- The process of adding two or more numbers together.
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Hint 2: Math (noun)
- A field of study focused on the logic of numbers, shapes, and arrangements.
5D First-stringers NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: First (noun)
- The defensive position in baseball located at first base in the infield.
- The designated starting time of an event.
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Hint 2: First (adjective)
- Denoting the initial unit in a sequence.
- Acting as the starting point or catalyst for something.
6D Pig’s digs NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Digs (noun)
- A site excavated for minerals, gemstones, or archaeological study.
- Temporary housing or living arrangements.
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7D Tehran resident NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Resident (adjective)
- Describes animals that remain in one place and do not migrate.
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Hint 2: Resident (noun)
- A doctor, typically an intern, who resides in a hospital while training under medical staff supervision.
- A person who lives in a specific location for an extended period or was born there.
8D Ancient Greek garment NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Garment (verb)
- To dress or provide with clothing.
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Hint 2: Garment (noun)
- A piece of clothing.
9D Reddish-brown coloring NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Reddish-brown (adjective)
- A shade of brown with a hint of red.
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Hint 2: Reddish (adjective)
- A color near the end of the spectrum, similar to blood, cherries, tomatoes, or rubies.
10D Recede, as the tide NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Recede (verb)
- To move backward or withdraw.
- To retreat or pull away.
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Hint 2: Tide (noun)
- The natural rise and fall of sea levels, typically occurring twice daily.
- A fluctuating phenomenon that can rise or fall, similar to ocean tides.
11D “Great to know!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Great (adjective)
- In a late stage of pregnancy.
- Of significant importance or impact.
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Hint 2: Great (noun)
- An individual distinguished for remarkable achievements in a particular field.
12D PlayStation pro, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pro (noun)
- A professional athlete who competes for payment.
- A point or argument supporting a proposal.
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13D Garment wrapped around the shoulders NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Garment (verb)
- To clothe or dress someone.
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Hint 2: Garment (noun)
- A piece of clothing or attire.
18D Coloring, as the hair NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Coloring (noun)
- An edible substance used to add colour to food.
- The process of altering the colour of something.
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Hint 2: Hair (noun)
- An extremely small distance or gap.
- A thin, cylindrical filament that naturally grows from a mammal’s skin.
22D Shenanigan NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shenanigan (noun)
- Mischievous or troublesome behaviour that irritates or bothers others.
- Deceptive tricks intended to mislead someone, often for financial gain.
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25D Competed in a marathon, say NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Marathon (noun)
- A lengthy and challenging task or endeavour.
- A historic battle in 490 BC where the Athenians and their allies triumphed over the Persians.
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Hint 2: Say (verb)
- To express in specific words or phrasing.
- To command or instruct someone with authority.
26D One favoring a black wardrobe NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wardrobe (noun)
- A tall furniture piece with doors, rails, or hooks for storing clothes.
- A personal collection of clothing.
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Hint 2: Black (verb)
- To turn or make something black.
27D Mineral with thin sheets NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mineral (adjective)
- Made of non-living, inorganic material.
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Hint 2: Mineral (noun)
- A naturally occurring solid substance with a uniform structure and specific chemical composition.
28D Rowdy crowd sound NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Rowdy (adjective)
- Noisy, disruptive, and rough, often disturbing public order.
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Hint 2: Rowdy (noun)
- A harsh and aggressive individual.
29D Footlong sandwiches NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the following letters to solve today’s answer.
ENIRMABUS
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34D Hoppy brew, in brief NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Brew (noun)
- A beverage created by steeping, boiling, and fermenting rather than distilling.
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Hint 2: Brew (verb)
- To make a drink through the brewing process or let something steep in hot water to extract its flavour.
35D Fully contented NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Contented (adjective)
- Feeling satisfied or displaying satisfaction with the current state of things.
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Hint 2: Fully (adverb)
- To the highest extent; completely or entirely.
- To a sufficient or more than adequate degree.
37D iPod or iPad variety NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: iPod (noun)
- A compact, portable device designed for playing digital music files.
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Hint 2: Variety (noun)
- A diverse assortment of different items or types.
- A performance show featuring a sequence of distinct, unrelated acts.
38D Little whirlpool NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Whirlpool (verb)
- Move in a circular motion, typically referring to liquids.
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Hint 2: Whirlpool (noun)
- A strong, swirling water current, often caused by opposing tides.
40D Fail spectacularly, as on Broadway NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Spectacularly (adverb)
- In an impressive or dramatic way.
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Hint 2: Broadway (noun)
- A well-known street in Manhattan, renowned for its theatres and connection to the performing arts.
41D Bandleader Shaw NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bandleader (noun)
- The conductor or leader of a musical ensemble, especially a dance or swing band.
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Hint 2: Shaw (noun)
- An American humorist known for writings on rural life (1818–1885).
- A renowned American clarinetist and swing bandleader (1910–2004).
42D Communicate with NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Communicate (verb)
- Convey thoughts or emotions.
- Share or transmit information.
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48D Like some watermelons and tournament entrants NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tournament (noun)
- A sports competition where players or teams compete in multiple matches to determine a champion.
- A medieval contest where knights engage in jousting for a reward.
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50D ___ buddy NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
BOOMS
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51D Atop NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- UPON (4 letters)
- ONTO (4 letters)
- ON (2 letters)
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52D Amazon smart speakers NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Smart (adjective)
- Displaying bold or inappropriate forwardness.
- Demonstrating quick learning and intelligence.
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Hint 2: Smart (noun)
- A sharp or stinging pain, similar to that from a wound, burn, or sore.
53D Big concert venue NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Concert (noun)
- A musical performance by instrumentalists or vocalists without theatrical elements.
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Hint 2: Concert (verb)
- To devise a plan through mutual agreement.
- To reach a resolution collectively.
54D Makes void NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Void (adjective)
- Without legal validity or effect.
- Completely empty or lacking content.
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Hint 2: Void (noun)
- A vacant or unoccupied space.
- A condition of nonexistence.
55D Supermodel Campbell NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Campbell (noun)
- An American scholar known for contributions to mythology (1904–1987).
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Hint 2: Supermodel (noun)
- A highly successful fashion model with celebrity status.
59D Unlikely, as odds NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Unlikely (adjective)
- Not expected to happen or be true; having a very low probability.
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Hint 2: Odds (noun)
- The ratio of one wager to another in betting; the probability of an event happening versus not happening.
60D Palindromic Parisian periodical NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Periodical (adjective)
- Occurring or repeating at consistent intervals.
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Hint 2: Periodical (noun)
- A regularly published work issued at scheduled times.
61D Some whiskeys NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the following letters to solve today’s answer.
ESYR
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63D Calendar spans: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Calendar (noun)
- A schedule or record of events, such as appointments, social gatherings, or legal cases.
- A method of measuring time that establishes the start, duration, and divisions of a year.
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Hint 2: Calendar (verb)
- To record or schedule an event in a calendar.
65D Fleur-de-___ NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
SLY
Answer:
Hint 2: Answer used in the past:
- LIS (3 letters)
