NYT Crossword · 64 Across
“Difficult, as a problem” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 as 64 Across. The answer has 6 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 · Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · 64 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Difficult, as a problem”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with K and ends with Y, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Difficult, as a problem” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 64 Across.
What is the answer to the “Difficult, as a problem” crossword clue?
The answer is KNOTTY (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.