Crossword clue
“Apt synonym for "wake-up call"”
This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
EYEOPENERLetters9
Starts withE
Ends withR
Vowels5
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About this clue
The clue “Apt synonym for "wake-up call"” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 27, 2026 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with E and ends with R, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Apt synonym for "wake-up call"” clue?+
The answer is EYEOPENER (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 27, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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