Crossword clue
“Falls short, say”
This clue appeared as 65-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
LOSESLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Falls short, say” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 15, 2025 as 65-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Falls short, say” clue?+
The answer is LOSES (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 15, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 15, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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