Crossword clue
“Word after soap or before box”
This clue appeared as 23-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OPERALetters5
Starts withO
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Word after soap or before box” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 8, 2025 as 23-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with A, 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 “Word after soap or before box” clue?+
The answer is OPERA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 8, 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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