Crossword clue
“Polite affirmation”
This clue appeared as 10-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 9, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
YESMAAMLetters7
Starts withY
Ends withM
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Polite affirmation” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 9, 2025 as 10-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with Y and ends with M, 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 “Polite affirmation” clue?+
The answer is YESMAAM (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 9, 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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