Crossword clue
“Disassemble in order to understand”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 22, 2025. The answer has 15 letters.
Answer · 15 lettersFirst appearance
REVERSEENGINEERLetters15
Starts withR
Ends withR
Vowels7
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Disassemble in order to understand” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 22, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 15-letter phrase that starts with R and ends with R, with 7 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Disassemble in order to understand” clue?+
The answer is REVERSEENGINEER (15 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 22, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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