Crossword clue
“Recess”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 26, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ALCOVELetters6
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Recess” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 26, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A 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 “Recess” clue?+
The answer is ALCOVE (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 26, 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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