Crossword clue

“Built to last”

This clue appeared as 18-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersSeen 2 times
DURABLE
Letters7
Starts withD
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Built to last” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 22, 2025 as 18-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with D 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 “Built to last” clue?+

The answer is DURABLE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 22, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 22, 2025.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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