Crossword clue
“Familiar with the tricks of”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ONTOLetters4
Starts withO
Ends withO
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Familiar with the tricks of” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 10, 2025 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with O.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Familiar with the tricks of” clue?+
The answer is ONTO (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 10, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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