Crossword clue

“Like some philosophical arguments”

This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
SOCRATIC
Letters8
Starts withS
Ends withC
Vowels3

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Sep 7, 20258 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Like some philosophical arguments” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 7, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with S and ends with C, 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 “Like some philosophical arguments” clue?+

The answer is SOCRATIC (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 7, 2025.

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