Crossword clue
“Not sharp, as a pencil”
This clue appeared as 66-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 17, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
BLUNTLetters5
Starts withB
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Not sharp, as a pencil” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 17, 2025 as 66-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with B and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Not sharp, as a pencil” clue?+
The answer is BLUNT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 17, 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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