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Daily Crossword

by NYTimes

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Objective

Fill in all across and down answers correctly.

Playlin'sGuide

New York Times Daily Crossword is a classic daily word-grid puzzle (15ร—15 on weekdays, larger on Sundays).

Rules:

  • Fill all across and down entries with answers that fit the clues.
  • Words intersect at shared letters. Use crossings to confirm answers.
  • Early-week puzzles (Mon-Thu) are easiest; difficulty ramps up toward Saturday.
  • Most puzzles include a hidden theme tying longer answers together. Fridays and Saturdays are often theme-free.
  • Knowledge, wordplay, and logic are enough, no guessing needed.

Why we like it:

  • โœ…A timeless daily mental workout.
  • โœ…Themes add flavor without overcomplicating.
  • โœ…Each intersection reveals new insight.
Playlin's Guide is based on our experience and details from the creatorโ€™s official site.

About the Game

Creator: NYTimes

Category: Word Games

Updated daily: โœ…

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