NYT Crossword · 9 Down
“Basic ___” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, March 20, 2026 as 9 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 9 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Mar 20, 2026 · 9 Down · 4 letters
- Jun 15, 1997 · 29 Down · 5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Basic ___”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with N and ends with D, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 9 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Basic ___” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is NEED. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.