Crossword clue
“Mindless repetition”
This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ROTELetters4
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mindless repetition” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 28, 2026 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mindless repetition” clue?+
The answer is ROTE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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