Crossword clue
“Directive in many a stovetop recipe”
This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
SEARLetters4
Starts withS
Ends withR
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Directive in many a stovetop recipe” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 7, 2025 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Directive in many a stovetop recipe” clue?+
The answer is SEAR (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 7, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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