Crossword clue
“Like an untouched attic”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 2, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DUSTYLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like an untouched attic” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 2, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like an untouched attic” clue?+
The answer is DUSTY (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 2, 2026.
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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