What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Progresses slowly" from August 9, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Progresses slowly”

This clue appeared as 34-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

EASES

Letters5

Starts withE

Ends withS

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 9, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Progresses slowly” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 9, 2025 as 34-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with S, 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 “Progresses slowly” clue?+

The answer is EASES (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 9, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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