Crossword clue
“Willow whose twigs are used in basketry”
This clue appeared as 7-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OSIERLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withR
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Willow whose twigs are used in basketry” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 10, 2025 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with R, 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 “Willow whose twigs are used in basketry” clue?+
The answer is OSIER (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 10, 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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