Crossword clue
“Like some silences”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 12, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
EERIELetters5
Starts withE
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like some silences” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 12, 2025 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like some silences” clue?+
The answer is EERIE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 12, 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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