NYT Crossword · 6 Down
“Metaphor for a tricky problem” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, January 1, 2021 as 6 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, January 1, 2021 · 6 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Metaphor for a tricky problem”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with K and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Metaphor for a tricky problem” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 1, 2021, at 6 Down.
What is the answer to the “Metaphor for a tricky problem” crossword clue?
The answer is KNOT (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.