Crossword clue
“New service member”
This clue appeared as 26-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 17, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
RECRUITLetters7
Starts withR
Ends withT
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “New service member” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 17, 2025 as 26-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with R and ends with T, 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 “New service member” clue?+
The answer is RECRUIT (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 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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