Crossword clue

“Fiery spirit”

This clue appeared as 38-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ARDOR
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withR
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Mar 6, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Fiery spirit” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 6, 2026 as 38-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Fiery spirit” clue?+

The answer is ARDOR (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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