Crossword clue
“It burns”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ACIDLetters4
Starts withA
Ends withD
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “It burns” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 22, 2025 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It burns” clue?+
The answer is ACID (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 22, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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