What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Become fixed" from April 17, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Become fixed”

This clue appeared as 40-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 17, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SETIN

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withN

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 17, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Become fixed” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 17, 2025 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Become fixed” clue?+

The answer is SETIN (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 17, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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