Crossword clue

“Lay”

This clue appeared as 42-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
SECULAR
Letters7
Starts withS
Ends withR
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 22, 20257 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Lay” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 22, 2025 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S and ends with R, 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 “Lay” clue?+

The answer is SECULAR (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 22, 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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