Crossword clue
“Characteristically laid-back”
This clue appeared as 6-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
TYPEBLetters5
Starts withT
Ends withB
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Characteristically laid-back” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 1, 2025 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with T and ends with B, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Characteristically laid-back” clue?+
The answer is TYPEB (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 1, 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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