Crossword clue

“New York theater award first given in 1956”

This clue appeared as 112-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 20, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
OBIE
Letters4
Starts withO
Ends withE
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “New York theater award first given in 1956” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 20, 2025 as 112-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with E, 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 “New York theater award first given in 1956” clue?+

The answer is OBIE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 20, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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