Crossword clue

“Metaphor for a tedious tract of time”

This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
EONS
Letters4
Starts withE
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jun 28, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Metaphor for a tedious tract of time” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 28, 2025 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with E and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Metaphor for a tedious tract of time” clue?+

The answer is EONS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 28, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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