Crossword clue
“Jokey warning before diving into a niche topic”
This clue appeared as 13-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
NERDALERTLetters9
Starts withN
Ends withT
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Jokey warning before diving into a niche topic” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 20, 2026 as 13-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with N and ends with T, 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 “Jokey warning before diving into a niche topic” clue?+
The answer is NERDALERT (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 20, 2026.
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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