“Driving force” crossword clue
Answer
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M
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•••••••IMPETUS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.IMPETUS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Driving force”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 5, 2025, where it runs at 23 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 5, 2025 grid1DEquilibrium6 ltrs›2DCity that shares an international airport with Seattle6 ltrs›3DSeizes, as control6 ltrs›4D___ Midler a.k.a. "The Divine Miss M"5 ltrs›18DBother immensely5 ltrs›24DEmploys4 ltrs›25DDeal that's too good to be true, often4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 5, 20251ALeftover part of a ticket4 ltrs›5AChurch assembly5 ltrs›10ASupport to which drywall is attached4 ltrs›14AZap, in a way4 ltrs›15ABroadcast again5 ltrs›16AJanis's spouse in the funny pages4 ltrs›17AAdorable perspective on things?10 ltrs›19APlant with tendrils4 ltrs›
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