Crossword clue
“One making the first move?”
This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 27, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
PAWNLetters4
Starts withP
Ends withN
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “One making the first move?” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 27, 2025 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “One making the first move?” clue?+
The answer is PAWN (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 27, 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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