Crossword clue
“Takes a breather”
This clue appeared as 67-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 7, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 3 times
RESTSLetters5
Starts withR
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Takes a breather” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 7, 2025 as 67-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Takes a breather” clue?+
The answer is RESTS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 7, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on July 7, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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