“"Affirmative"” crossword clue
Answer
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•••YES
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.YES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “"Affirmative"”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 12, 2025, where it runs at 35 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 3 times in NYT puzzles, first on May 12, 2025.
Crossing entries
May 12, 2025 grid34AClassic board game with the Peppermint Forest and Lollipop Lane9 ltrs›38A"Goodie" on classic radio5 ltrs›41AOboe accessories that are often carved by the oboist5 ltrs›
Every appearance
3 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
May 10, 2026NYT Crossword112 Down•••YESJun 16, 2025NYT Crossword32 Across•••YESMay 12, 2025NYT Crossword35 Down•••YESBack to the full May 12, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.