Crossword clue
“Famous figure known for off-the-cuff performances?”
This clue appeared as 43-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
HOUDINILetters7
Starts withH
Ends withI
Vowels4
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About this clue
The clue “Famous figure known for off-the-cuff performances?” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 7, 2026 as 43-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with H and ends with I, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Famous figure known for off-the-cuff performances?” clue?+
The answer is HOUDINI (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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