Crossword clue
“Half of a noted crime duo”
This clue appeared as 7-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CLYDELetters5
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Half of a noted crime duo” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 2, 2025 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with E, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Half of a noted crime duo” clue?+
The answer is CLYDE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 2, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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