Crossword clue

“Lying on”

This clue appeared as 45-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ATOP
Letters4
Starts withA
Ends withP
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
May 24, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Lying on” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 24, 2026 as 45-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with P.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Lying on” clue?+

The answer is ATOP (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 24, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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