Crossword clue
“Some painkillers”
This clue appeared as 21-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
OPIATESLetters7
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Some painkillers” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 2, 2025 as 21-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with O and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Some painkillers” clue?+
The answer is OPIATES (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 2, 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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