What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Bordering on inappropriate, in a way" from August 1, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Bordering on inappropriate, in a way”

This clue appeared as 43-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 1, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

RACY

Letters4

Starts withR

Ends withY

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Bordering on inappropriate, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 1, 2025 as 43-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with Y.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Bordering on inappropriate, in a way” clue?+

The answer is RACY (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 1, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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