Crossword clue

“Clever sort”

This clue appeared as 46-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 12, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
WIT
Letters3
Starts withW
Ends withT
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 12, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Clever sort” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 12, 2025 as 46-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with W and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Clever sort” clue?+

The answer is WIT (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 12, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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