NYT Crossword · 21 Across
“Revolutionary Trotsky” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, September 16, 2025 as 21 Across. 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.
Answer
NYT Crossword · Tuesday, September 16, 2025 · 21 Across
Every time this clue appeared
- Sep 16, 2025 · 21 Across · 4 letters
- May 4, 2022 · 57 Down · 4 letters
- Oct 6, 2020 · 16 Across · 4 letters
- Sep 5, 2019 · 59 Down · 4 letters
- Dec 5, 2004 · 79 Across · 4 letters
- Dec 2, 1997 · 61 Down · 4 letters
- Jun 3, 1996 · 72 Across · 4 letters
- May 8, 1994 · 57 Across · 4 letters
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Across
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- 37Spanish article crossword clue3 letters
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- 36___ favor crossword clue3 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Revolutionary Trotsky”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with L and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Revolutionary Trotsky” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 21 Across. It has appeared 8 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Revolutionary Trotsky” crossword clue?
The answer is LEON (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.