Crossword clue
“Philosopher known for his "razor"”
This clue appeared as 10-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OCCAMLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withM
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Philosopher known for his "razor"” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 25, 2025 as 10-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with M.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Philosopher known for his "razor"” clue?+
The answer is OCCAM (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 25, 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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