Crossword clue
“Shaft on which a wheel turns”
This clue appeared as 50-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 1, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
AXLELetters4
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Shaft on which a wheel turns” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 1, 2025 as 50-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Shaft on which a wheel turns” clue?+
The answer is AXLE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 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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