Crossword clue

“1970s-'80s TV staple ... or a hint to 16-, 25- and 42-Across”

This clue appeared as 53-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 26, 2025. The answer has 14 letters.

Answer · 14 lettersFirst appearance

MOVIEOFTHEWEEK

Letters14

Starts withM

Ends withK

Vowels7

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
May 26, 202514 letters→

About this clue

The clue “1970s-'80s TV staple ... or a hint to 16-, 25- and 42-Across” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 26, 2025 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 14-letter phrase that starts with M and ends with K, with 7 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “1970s-'80s TV staple ... or a hint to 16-, 25- and 42-Across” clue?+

The answer is MOVIEOFTHEWEEK (14 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 26, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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