Crossword clue

“1919 event that confirmed the general theory of relativity”

This clue appeared as 24-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The answer has 12 letters.

Answer · 12 lettersFirst appearance

TOTALECLIPSE

Letters12

Starts withT

Ends withE

Vowels5

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Mar 5, 202512 letters→

About this clue

The clue “1919 event that confirmed the general theory of relativity” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 5, 2025 as 24-Down. Its answer is a 12-letter word that starts with T and ends with E, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “1919 event that confirmed the general theory of relativity” clue?+

The answer is TOTALECLIPSE (12 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 5, 2025.

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