Crossword clue

“Prior to now”

This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
AGO
Letters3
Starts withA
Ends withO
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 29, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Prior to now” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 29, 2025 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with O.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Prior to now” clue?+

The answer is AGO (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 29, 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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