Crossword clue

“Botch”

This clue appeared as 43-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MISDO
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withO
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Dec 18, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Botch” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 18, 2025 as 43-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with O.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Botch” clue?+

The answer is MISDO (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 18, 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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