Crossword clue
“In the lead”
This clue appeared as 55-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
AHEADLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withD
Vowels3
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ONTOP | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| AHEAD | 5 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “In the lead” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 15, 2025 as 55-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with D, 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 “In the lead” clue?+
The answer is AHEAD (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 15, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 15, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for May 15, 2025, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.