Crossword clue
“"Brand New Key" singer, 1971”
This clue appeared as 54-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
MELANIELetters7
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"Brand New Key" singer, 1971” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 12, 2025 as 54-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with M and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"Brand New Key" singer, 1971” clue?+
The answer is MELANIE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 12, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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