Crossword clue
“Field of unknowns”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
ALGEBRALetters7
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Field of unknowns” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 4, 2025 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with A and ends with A, 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 “Field of unknowns” clue?+
The answer is ALGEBRA (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 4, 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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