What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Like pound cake" from May 20, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Like pound cake”

This clue appeared as 49-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

DENSE

Letters5

Starts withD

Ends withE

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Like pound cake” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 20, 2025 as 49-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Like pound cake” clue?+

The answer is DENSE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 20, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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