Crossword clue
“Ill-fated ... or a hint to six squares in this puzzle”
This clue appeared as 62-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The answer has 11 letters.
Answer · 11 lettersFirst appearance
STARCROSSEDLetters11
Starts withS
Ends withD
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Ill-fated ... or a hint to six squares in this puzzle” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 3, 2025 as 62-Across. Its answer is a 11-letter word that starts with S and ends with D, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Ill-fated ... or a hint to six squares in this puzzle” clue?+
The answer is STARCROSSED (11 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 3, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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