Crossword clue

“Real hoot”

This clue appeared as 48-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 21, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
RIOT
Letters4
Starts withR
Ends withT
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Nov 21, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Real hoot” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 21, 2025 as 48-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Real hoot” clue?+

The answer is RIOT (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 21, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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