Crossword clue

“Backslid, say”

This clue appeared as 90-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 16, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
REVERTED
Letters8
Starts withR
Ends withD
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Feb 16, 20258 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Backslid, say” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 16, 2025 as 90-Across. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with R and ends with D, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Backslid, say” clue?+

The answer is REVERTED (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 16, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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