Crossword clue

“Metaphor for a bad goalie”

This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SIEVE
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Metaphor for a bad goalie” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 4, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E, 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 “Metaphor for a bad goalie” clue?+

The answer is SIEVE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 4, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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