Crossword clue

“Evaded, as a sensitive issue”

This clue appeared as 112-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 21, 2025. The answer has 12 letters.

Answer · 12 lettersFirst appearance
DANCEDAROUND
Letters12
Starts withD
Ends withD
Vowels5

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Dec 21, 202512 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Evaded, as a sensitive issue” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 21, 2025 as 112-Across. Its answer is a 12-letter word that starts with D and ends with D, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Evaded, as a sensitive issue” clue?+

The answer is DANCEDAROUND (12 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 21, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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