Crossword clue
“Is behind”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
OWESLetters4
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Is behind” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 28, 2025 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Is behind” clue?+
The answer is OWES (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 28, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 28, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for October 28, 2025, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.