Crossword clue
“Punxsutawney Phil, for one”
This clue appeared as 35-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 17, 2025. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
GROUNDHOGLetters9
Starts withG
Ends withG
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Punxsutawney Phil, for one” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 17, 2025 as 35-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with G and ends with G, 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 “Punxsutawney Phil, for one” clue?+
The answer is GROUNDHOG (9 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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