Crossword clue
“Spurred on”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
ENCOURAGEDLetters10
Starts withE
Ends withD
Vowels5
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Spurred on” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 22, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with E and ends with D, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Spurred on” clue?+
The answer is ENCOURAGED (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 22, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for April 22, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.