Crossword clue

“Be important”

This clue appeared as 54-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
COUNT
Letters5
Starts withC
Ends withT
Vowels2

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NYT Crossword
Mar 12, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Be important” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 12, 2026 as 54-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Be important” clue?+

The answer is COUNT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 12, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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