Crossword clue
“Superficially conceal, as a problem”
This clue appeared as 13-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
PAPEROVERLetters9
Starts withP
Ends withR
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Superficially conceal, as a problem” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 1, 2025 as 13-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with P and ends with R, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Superficially conceal, as a problem” clue?+
The answer is PAPEROVER (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 1, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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