Crossword clue

“Drifter in search of work”

This clue appeared as 59-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 25, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
HOBO
Letters4
Starts withH
Ends withO
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
May 25, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Drifter in search of work” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 25, 2026 as 59-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with O.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Drifter in search of work” clue?+

The answer is HOBO (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 25, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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