Crossword clue
“Wasn't doing well”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
AILEDLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withD
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Wasn't doing well” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 1, 2025 as 3-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 “Wasn't doing well” clue?+
The answer is AILED (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 1, 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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