Crossword clue
“"Be that as it may …"”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
EVENSOLetters6
Starts withE
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"Be that as it may …"” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 12, 2025 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with O, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"Be that as it may …"” clue?+
The answer is EVENSO (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 12, 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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