Crossword clue
“Base for a bust”
This clue appeared as 11-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 10, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
PLINTHLetters6
Starts withP
Ends withH
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Base for a bust” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 10, 2025 as 11-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with P and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Base for a bust” clue?+
The answer is PLINTH (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 10, 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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