Crossword clue

“Padding for a grade point average”

This clue appeared as 57-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 1, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
EASYA
Letters5
Starts withE
Ends withA
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “Padding for a grade point average” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 1, 2025 as 57-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E 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 “Padding for a grade point average” clue?+

The answer is EASYA (5 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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