Crossword clue
“Optimist”
This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
HOPERLetters5
Starts withH
Ends withR
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Optimist” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 13, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Optimist” clue?+
The answer is HOPER (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 13, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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