Crossword clue

“They may be white or naked”

This clue appeared as 55-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

LIES

Letters4

Starts withL

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jun 12, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “They may be white or naked” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 12, 2025 as 55-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “They may be white or naked” clue?+

The answer is LIES (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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