Crossword clue

“Statements that can be seen as positive ... or a hint to interpreting 17-, 26-, 49- and 62-Across”

This clue appeared as 39-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The answer has 15 letters.

Answer · 15 lettersFirst appearance
DOUBLENEGATIVES
Letters15
Starts withD
Ends withS
Vowels7

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
May 15, 202515 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Statements that can be seen as positive ... or a hint to interpreting 17-, 26-, 49- and 62-Across” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 15, 2025 as 39-Across. Its answer is a 15-letter phrase that starts with D and ends with S, with 7 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Statements that can be seen as positive ... or a hint to interpreting 17-, 26-, 49- and 62-Across” clue?+

The answer is DOUBLENEGATIVES (15 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 15, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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