Crossword clue
“Preserved, in a way”
This clue appeared as 67-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
DRIEDLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withD
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| DRIED | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| ONTAPE | 6 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Preserved, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 18, 2025 as 67-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Preserved, in a way” clue?+
The answer is DRIED (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 18, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on December 18, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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