What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Softened" from July 24, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Softened”

This clue appeared as 65-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

EASED

Letters5

Starts withE

Ends withD

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 24, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Softened” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 24, 2025 as 65-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E 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 “Softened” clue?+

The answer is EASED (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 24, 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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