Crossword clue

“Doesn't stick to the plan”

This clue appeared as 16-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
GOESROGUE
Letters9
Starts withG
Ends withE
Vowels5

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 19, 20269 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Doesn't stick to the plan” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 19, 2026 as 16-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with G and ends with E, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Doesn't stick to the plan” clue?+

The answer is GOESROGUE (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 19, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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