Crossword clue

“Worst of all imaginable chronologies”

This clue appeared as 36-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 17, 2026. The answer has 15 letters.

Answer · 15 lettersFirst appearance
DARKESTTIMELINE
Letters15
Starts withD
Ends withE
Vowels6

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 17, 202615 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Worst of all imaginable chronologies” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 17, 2026 as 36-Across. Its answer is a 15-letter phrase that starts with D and ends with E, with 6 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Worst of all imaginable chronologies” clue?+

The answer is DARKESTTIMELINE (15 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 17, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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