Crossword clue

“Cut and trim”

This clue appeared as 53-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
LEAN
Letters4
Starts withL
Ends withN
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Cut and trim” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 12, 2025 as 53-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cut and trim” clue?+

The answer is LEAN (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 12, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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