Crossword clue
“City known for witch trials”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 1, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SALEMLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withM
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “City known for witch trials” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 1, 2025 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with M.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “City known for witch trials” clue?+
The answer is SALEM (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 1, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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