NYT Crossword · 69 Down
“Fraidy-cat” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, February 23, 2025 as 69 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 · Sunday, February 23, 2025 · 69 Down
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- Feb 23, 2025 · 69 Down · 4 letters
- Jul 28, 2014 · 21 Across · 4 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Fraidy-cat”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with W and ends with P, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Fraidy-cat” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 69 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Fraidy-cat” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is WIMP. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.