Crossword clue
“Obstacle in achieving one's goal?”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
DEFENSELetters7
Starts withD
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Obstacle in achieving one's goal?” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 5, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with D and ends with E, 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 “Obstacle in achieving one's goal?” clue?+
The answer is DEFENSE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 5, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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