Crossword clue
“Becomes inoperable, in a way”
This clue appeared as 21-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
RUSTSLetters5
Starts withR
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Becomes inoperable, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 24, 2025 as 21-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Becomes inoperable, in a way” clue?+
The answer is RUSTS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 24, 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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