Crossword clue

“"Intelligence is the ability to ___ to change": Stephen Hawking”

This clue appeared as 36-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

ADAPT

Letters5

Starts withA

Ends withT

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 9, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “"Intelligence is the ability to ___ to change": Stephen Hawking” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 9, 2026 as 36-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “"Intelligence is the ability to ___ to change": Stephen Hawking” clue?+

The answer is ADAPT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 9, 2026.

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