“Exit key” crossword clue
Answer
E
S
C
•••ESC
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ESC is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Exit key”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 5, 2025, where it runs at 65 Across 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 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on March 5, 2025.
Crossing entries
Mar 5, 2025 grid24D1919 event that confirmed the general theory of relativity12 ltrs›25DCommercial property left mostly vacant by hybrid work arrangements12 ltrs›53DScary sight for a red-bellied marsh mouse5 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Mar 30, 2025NYT Crossword74 Down•••ESCMar 5, 2025NYT Crossword65 Across•••ESCBack to the full Mar 5, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.