“Earth” crossword clue
Answer
D
I
R
T
••••DIRT
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DIRT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Earth”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2025, where it runs at 37 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 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 16, 2025.
Crossing entries
May 16, 2025 grid36AMad scientist's creation15 ltrs›41A"Absolutamente!"4 ltrs›43ADecorative work with bricks7 ltrs›48AIt might grab a bite to eat5 ltrs›
Every appearance
3 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Apr 26, 2026NYT Crossword26 Down••••LANDJun 1, 2025NYT Crossword39 Across•••••••••••••CHANGEOFHEARTMay 16, 2025NYT Crossword37 Down••••DIRTOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index••••DIRT4 ltrs
••••LAND4 ltrs
•••••••••••••CHANGEOFHEART13 ltrs
••••••GROUND6 ltrs
••••SOIL4 ltrs
•••SOD3 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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