Crossword clue
“One-named Nigerian singer with the 1985 hit "Smooth Operator"”
This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Midi Crossword on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
SADELetters4
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “One-named Nigerian singer with the 1985 hit "Smooth Operator"” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on July 23, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “One-named Nigerian singer with the 1985 hit "Smooth Operator"” clue?+
The answer is SADE (4 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of July 23, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.
How do I find other Midi answers?+
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