Crossword clue
“Most important part”
This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
KEYLetters3
Starts withK
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Most important part” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 27, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with K and ends with Y.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Most important part” clue?+
The answer is KEY (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 27, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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