Crossword clue
“Not directly in the sun”
This clue appeared as 41-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 22, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
SHADEDLetters6
Starts withS
Ends withD
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Not directly in the sun” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 22, 2025 as 41-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Not directly in the sun” clue?+
The answer is SHADED (6 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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