Crossword clue
“___ and foremost”
This clue appeared as 39-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
FIRSTLetters5
Starts withF
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “___ and foremost” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 21, 2025 as 39-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with F and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “___ and foremost” clue?+
The answer is FIRST (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 21, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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