Crossword clue
“Permit to pass”
This clue appeared as 39-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 31, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LETBYLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Permit to pass” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 31, 2025 as 39-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Permit to pass” clue?+
The answer is LETBY (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 31, 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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