Crossword clue
“"Unfortunately ..."”
This clue appeared as 66-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
IFEARLetters5
Starts withI
Ends withR
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"Unfortunately ..."” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 30, 2025 as 66-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with R, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"Unfortunately ..."” clue?+
The answer is IFEAR (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 30, 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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