Crossword clue

“Plein-air painter's prop”

This clue appeared as 69-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
EASEL
Letters5
Starts withE
Ends withL
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Plein-air painter's prop” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 29, 2025 as 69-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with L, 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 “Plein-air painter's prop” clue?+

The answer is EASEL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 29, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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